| Vaccine uptake
The table below presents vaccination uptake rates in persons aged 60+ and 65+ during the 2000-2001 season. The results are based on a survey of influenza experts in Europe. Only 14 out of the 26 countries contacted were able to provide uptake rates for the elderly during this season [click here]:
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Age at which vaccination is recommended |
Vaccination uptake 2000-2001 season* |
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EU countries |
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Denmark |
>= 65 |
46 % |
Finland |
>= 65 |
25 % |
France |
>= 65 |
65 % |
Germany |
>= 60 |
50 % |
Hungary |
>= 60 |
33 % |
Italy |
>= 65 |
48 % |
The Netherlands |
>= 65 |
81 % |
Portugal |
>= 65 |
39 % |
Spain |
>= 65 |
50 % |
UK Scotland |
>= 65 |
64 % |
UK England |
>= 65 |
65 % |
UK Northern Ireland |
>= 65 |
68 % |
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Others |
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Romania |
>= 65 |
15 % |
Switzerland |
>= 65 |
51 % |
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* Source: Adapted from Kroneman et al. Influenza vaccination in Europe: an inventory of strategies to reach target populations and optimise vaccination uptake. Eurosurveillance 2003; 8(6): 130-138 [click here].
>= Greater than or equal to
Note: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland were considered as independent countries.
Last updated: 22 September 2004
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