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Communication Intervention to Improve Influenza Vaccination Rates Among Elderly in Can Tho
Sponsor: Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Summary
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a community-based communication intervention to increase influenza vaccination rates among the elderly (aged above 65) in Can Tho City, Vietnam. Using a cluster randomized controlled trial design, the intervention includes direct counseling, social media engagement (Zalo), and educational materials targeting the elderly, their relatives, and local health workers. The primary goal is to assess changes in vaccination coverage over a 9-month period.
Official title: Effectiveness of Community-Based Communication Interventions to Improve Influenza Vaccination Rates Among the Elderly in Vietnam: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
66 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
1200
Start Date
2015-09-01
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2026-04-08
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Multi-component Health Communication Package
A 12-month intervention program consisting of: 1) Direct health counseling; 2) Weekly educational content shared via Zalo; and 3) Distribution of influenza vaccination leaflets.
Locations (1)
Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Can Tho, Can Tho City, Vietnam