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Survey of vaccination practices in patients with diabetes: A report examining patient and provider perceptions and barriers

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: In a cross-sectional study involving 279 patients with diabetes attending a primary care center the proportion of patients vaccinated for seasonal influenza, pneumococcus and hepatitis B was 40%, 2% and 2%, respectively. We found significant barriers for vaccination in 24% of patients and in 42% of providers.

Source: Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology

DOI: 10.1016/j.jcte.2017.06.002

Authors: Carlos E. Alvarez, Luciana Clichici, Angela Patricia Guzmán-Libreros, Mariola Navarro-Francés, Javier Ena

Institution: Hospital Marina Baixa

Language: English

Topic: Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,500