Influenza immunization coverage for healthcare workers in a community hospital in Qatar [2011-2012 and 2012-2013 seasons]

ABSTRACT

Influenza vaccination is recommended for all healthcare workers [HCW] to prevent transmission within healthcare facilities. We conducted a descriptive study on influenza vaccination coverage during 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 campaigns in a community hospital in Qatar. 61.7% of the HCW were immunized in the first campaign, with an increase of up to 71.1% [p < 0.05] in the second one, which was mainly due to better compliance of doctors [46 .9% and 69.2%, respectively]. Our results show proper coverage rates according US standards and highlight the need to implement additional strategies to improve health workers adherence of influenza, vaccinations