Flu vaccine can prevent up to 14 cases per 100 children, study suggests
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics suggests that childhood flu vaccines can prevent 9 to 14 cases of influenza per 100 children. The findings highlight the efficacy of vaccination programs and the potential for pharmacies to expand their role in delivery.
Why it matters
This data supports public health initiatives and provides evidence for the effectiveness of seasonal flu vaccination in pediatric populations.
The childhood influenza vaccine can prevent between 9 and 14 cases of flu per 100 children vaccinated, a study published in JAMA Pediatrics has suggested.
The report relies on peer-reviewed medical research and presents findings neutrally.
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