Evaluation of Immunization Coverage in the Adult Population of Canada

• Main Author: Philippe Duclos
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Hindawi Limited 1994-01-01
• Series: Canadian Journal of Infectious Diseases
• Online Access: http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/1994/283098

The immunization coverage of the adult population, availability of records and knowledge of proper schedules were assessed using the Canada Omnibus Survey, a door to door survey of a modified probability sample conducted four times a year. In total, 8021 interviews were completed over four periods. Only 43% of individuals 65 years of age or older reported receiving a dose of influenza vaccine during the year preceding the interview. Twenty-one per cent (38% of those under 25 and 9% of those 65 and older) reported having an immunization booklet at home. Twelve per cent believed that there were no vaccines that they should be receiving regularly. Only 61% of those who believed they should receive some shots regularly knew when the next one was due. Overall, 48% felt they had enough information about the vaccines they should receive. This information will help target immunization programs for the adult population.