Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10967772 Vaccine 2012 17 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Children play an important role in the dissemination of the influenza virus. ► Vaccinating 50% of 2-18 year olds could significantly reduce the influenza burden. ► Preventing 52,000 GP consultations, 1500 hospitalisations and 1200 deaths annually. ► Herd immunity can help to protect those at highest risk of complications.
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