TY  -  JOUR
AU  -  Goglio, Antonio
AU  -  Barbaglio, Giorgio
AU  -  Spada, Pierangelo
AU  -  Moretti, Roberto
AU  -  Lorenzi, Natale
AU  -  Mazzoleni, Beatrice
AU  -  Lanzeni, Felice
AU  -  Rea, Bruna
AU  -  Lubrano, Francesco
AU  -  Trezzi, Livia
AU  -  Averara, Franca
AU  -  per il Comitato interaziendale provinciale sperimentale per la prevenzione delle infezioni nelle organizzazioni sanitarie
T1  -  Indagine su attitudini e conoscenze 
sulla vaccinazione anti-influenzale tra gli operatori sanitari della provincia di Bergamo
PY  -  2013
Y1  -  2013-01-01
DO  -  10.1716/1288.14251
JO  -  GIMPIOS
JA  -  Gimpios
VL  -  3
IS  -  1
SP  -  23
EP  -  30
PB  -  Il Pensiero Scientifico Editore
SN  -  1122-407X
Y2  -  2026/04/30
UR  -  http://dx.doi.org/10.1716/1288.14251
N2  -  Abstract Background. Guidelines from many countries recommend vaccination against influenza for healthcare workers (HCWs) in order to improve patient and employee’s safety in healthcare settings. Despite recommendations, influenza vaccination rates among HCWs are generally low. The aims of our study were to determine beliefs and attitudes toward influenza vaccination among HCWs. Methods. We carried out a survey on influenza vaccination among HCWs in Bergamo’s province, between October and November 2012, through a self-completed questionnaire via web. Health-care personnel were recruited from Hospitals, Local Health Agency, and nurse’s professional association. Results. We collected 1035 questionnaires, not necessary representative of Bergamo province. Influenza vaccination coverage for the 2011-12 season was 32%. Higher vaccination coverage was found in elderly and males. The main reason given for not being immunized was lack of concern (55%), doubts about vaccine efficacy (25%), and fear of adverse reactions (14%). The proper knowledge of influenza disease and prevention was variable: 26% believes that vaccine is not effective in disease prevention in HCWs (efficacy of vaccine lower then 50%), 92% considered that vaccination of HCWs can contribute to protect the patients, 72% does not know if there is a close relationship between the vaccine and Guillain Barré. What the sources of knowledge? literature studies (34%), personal experience (51%), opinions of colleagues (10%). Conclusion. Despite the recommendations, influenza vaccination coverage is low among HCWs in our province. Specific continuous educational and vaccination programs for different targets should be organized, being aware that the correct information is necessary, but that other steps need to be put in place for changing behavior.
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