Factors associated with shingles and pneumococcal vaccination among older Canadians

Description: Immunization against vaccine-preventable diseases such as shingles and pneumococcal disease play an important role in the overall health and well being of older Canadians. However, vaccine uptake remains low. Using data from The Canadian Health Survey on Seniors – 2019/2020, this study examined the prevalence and factors associated with shingles and pneumococcal vaccination among individuals aged 65 and older living in the community.

Issue Number: 2024001

DOI: https://doi.org/10.25318/82-003-x202400100002-eng