Advancing Vaccination Strategies for Older Adults: Insights of the Adult Immunization Board Meeting - PubMed
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- #Public Health
- #Vaccination Strategies
- #Older Adults
- Optimizing vaccination strategies for older adults is a public health priority in Europe due to aging populations.
- Vaccine-preventable infections increase morbidity, mortality, reduce quality of life, and raise healthcare costs.
- Adult vaccination coverage in Europe is suboptimal due to policy heterogeneity, health literacy, financial, and access barriers.
- The Adult Immunization Board (AIB) meeting in May 2025 discussed improving vaccination strategies for adults aged ≥50 years.
- Key recommendations include adopting a life-course approach, cohesive policies, clear schedules, dedicated infrastructure, and stronger surveillance.
- Vaccination should be integrated into routine healthcare, with guidance on co-administration and adaptation of pediatric models for adults.
- Vaccination is an investment in healthy aging, offering economic returns, and should be part of a holistic health package for older adults.