This publication reviews the burden of vaccine-preventable diseases in older adults, immunisation policies and practices in older adults, and vaccines currently available in New Zealand for older adults. The content is intended for all healthcare professionals working in the aged care sector, including general practitioners, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, geriatricians and pharmacists.
This publication has been commissioned and funded by GSK. The content is based on published studies and the author’s opinions and may not reflect the views of GSK. Please consult the full Data Sheets for any medications mentioned in this article at www.medsafe.govt.nz before prescribing. Treatment decisions based on these data are the full responsibility of the prescribing physician. All trademarks mentioned in this review are the property of their respective owners.
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