The morbidity and mortality of vaccine- preventable diseases among older adults are high. Infectious diseases, particularly influenza and pneumonia, are the fifth leading cause of death among older adults. Immunisation is one of the most effective means of preventing disability and death from infectious diseases.
History
Publication title
Australian Pharmacist
Volume
29
Issue
9
Pagination
758-760
ISSN
0728-4632
Department/School
School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Publisher
Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
Place of publication
ACT Australia
Rights statement
Copyright 2010 Pharmaceutical Society of Australia