Age-related changes of the immune system contribute to increased incidence and severity of
infections in the elderly. Vaccination is the most effective measure to prevent infections and …

Besides immunizations against influenza, Streptococcus pneumoniae and herpes zoster,
which are recommended specifically for elderly people, regular booster vaccinations against …

Since the economic recovery heavily depends on the population attaining herd immunity
against the virus through the vaccination programme, understanding the factors that improve …

Life-long primary prevention interventions beginning and continuing throughout an
individual's lifetime are increasingly seen as key to meeting the global healthcare …

Upon exposure to vaccine-preventable diseases, certain individuals are at increased risk for
complications due to preexisting diseases, age or immunosuppressive treatment …

In recent years various EU/EEA countries have experienced an influx of migrants from low
and middle-income countries. In 2018, the “Vaccine European New Integrated Collaboration …

Introduction: Extending the benefits of vaccination against infectious diseases from
childhood throughout the entire life-span is becoming an increasingly urgent priority in view …

Objectives Populations are aging worldwide. This paper summarizes some of the
challenges and opportunities due to the increasing burden of infectious diseases in an …

Background Infectious diseases are a major cause of illness and death among older adults.
Vaccines can prevent infectious diseases, including against seasonal influenza …

Background The design and operation of health systems can influence vaccine uptake,
including through the way that vaccination programmes are governed, financed and …