The effect of universal influenza immunization on antibiotic prescriptions: an ecological study.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
The Canadian province of Ontario introduced universal influenza immunization in 2000, offering free vaccines to the entire population. We compared changes in rates of influenza-associated respiratory antibiotic prescriptions before and after universal immunization in Ontario with corresponding changes in other provinces. Universal influenza immunization is associated with reduced influenza-associated antibiotic prescriptions.
Medical subject headings
- Anti-Bacterial Agents
- Immunization Programs
- Influenza Vaccines
- Influenza, Human
- Mass Vaccination