Table 4.
Multivariate logistic regression model of significant variables associated with influenza vaccination (n = 816).
| Correlates | Vaccinated (n = 509) | Non-vaccinated (n = 307) | (Adjusted odds ratioa (aOR) 95% CI) | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| % (n) | % (n) | |||
| Consider vaccination in subsequent years | 90.4 (460) | 33.2 (102) | 7.877 (4.855–12.782) | <0.001** |
| Consider vaccination if all >64 years old elderly eligible to receive free vaccination | 96.5 (491) | 63.5 (193) | 3.024 (1.504–6.083) | 0.002** |
| “There is a need on Influenza vaccination after SARS and Avian influenza” | 92.9 (473) | 69.4 (213) | 2.413 (1.412–4.122) | 0.001** |
| Advice from nursing staff of the elderly centers | 81.5 (415) | 33.9 (104) | 7.161 (4.718–10.868) | <0.001** |
| Advice from medical staff of the elderly centers | 33.0 (168) | 10.1 (31) | 3.771 (2.232–6.369) | <0.001** |
| Advice from family members or friends | 24.0 (122) | 7.2 (22) | 3.023 (1.610–5.677) | 0.001** |
**
p ≤ 0.01.
a
Adjusted for demographic variables, settings, objective assessment, self perceived health status, chronic illness, hospitalization in past 12 months, hospitalization in past 12 months, advisor of influenza vaccination, perception of influenza illness, vaccine efficacy and safety.