Pertussis Education and Immunization for the Older Adult: A Pilot Study
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Swanson, Mindee K.
Carrico, Catherine
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2014-09-15
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Pertussis rates continue to increase despite vaccination recommendations. To increase knowledge of pertussis and increase Tdap vaccination rates in older adults, we created an educational presentation and survey tools to assess participant beliefs about pertussis. Participants were educated with a 10-minute presentation and offered free vaccine. As a result of this program and the convenience of having the vaccine on-site, vaccination efforts were successful, with 98.7% of respondents feeling that education was important to their health. Health care providers can help increase vaccination rates in this population by utilizing educational outreach and ensuring ready access to vaccinations.
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Creighton University
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Copyright is retained by the Author. A non-exclusive distribution right is granted to Creighton University
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