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The Feasibility of Universal Influenza Vaccination for Infants and Toddlers

2004; American Medical Association; Volume: 158; Issue: 9 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1001/archpedi.158.9.867

1538-3628

Sharon G. Humiston, Peter G. Szilagyi, Marika K. Iwane, Stanley J. Schaffer, Jeanne M. Santoli, Laura P. Shone, Richard Barth, Thomas K. McInerny, Benjamin Schwartz,

Respiratory viral infections research

Background: Physicians' opinions on the feasibility of routine influenza vaccination of infants and toddlers are unknown.Objective: To assess the opinions of primary care providers regarding (1) the feasibility of an expanded influenza vaccination recommendation, (2) potential barriers, and (3) current and projected use of immunization reminder systems for influenza vaccination.Methods: In February 2001, we mailed a 20-item, selfadministered survey to a national random sample of pediatricians and family physicians (FPs).The survey primarily focused on a scenario of routine influenza vaccination for children aged 12 through 35 months using either injected or intranasal spray vaccine.Results: Four hundred fifty-eight eligible physicians completed the survey (eligible response rate: pediatricians, 72%; FPs, 52%).Regarding the scenario mentioned above, most physicians agreed that implementation would be