Background: Influenza vaccines are effective in decreasing hospitalizations and mortality related to influenza and its complications. However, the Vaccine Coverage Rate of influenza remains low and multifaceted efforts are required to improve it. The aim of this study was to assess the impact on influenza vaccine perception using a digital tool among outpatients and health care workers HCWs. Methods: A study was performed among outpatients and the HCWs of 23 hospital departments from 4 hospitals affiliated to Lyon university Hospitals France , between October and February Participants spent an average of 47 s on the application.
The questionnaire on influenza vaccination perception was completed by participants Conclusion: This study suggests that a facilitated direct access to medical information through QR codes disseminated in health settings can help nudge people to foster their awareness of influenza and its prevention. Future deployments in a similar context or to other populations could be envisaged.
Published by Elsevier Ltd.. All rights reserved. Abstract Background: Influenza vaccines are effective in decreasing hospitalizations and mortality related to influenza and its complications. Substances Influenza Vaccines.
