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ArticleBMC infectious diseases2022

A Malaysian consensus recommendation for the prevention of influenza in older persons.

Maw-Pin Tan, Zamberi Sekawi, Roslina Abdul Manap, Rizah Mazzuin Razali, Hazlina Mahadzir, Nordiana Nordin, Kar-Chai Koh, Pui-Li Wong, Kejal Hasmuk, Noor Harzana Harrun and 1 more

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Maw-Pin TanAgeing and Age-Associated Disorders Research Group, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Jalan Profesor DiRaja Ungku Aziz, 50603, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. mptan@ummc.edu.my.
Zamberi SekawiUniversiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
Roslina Abdul ManapNational University of Malaysia, Cheras, Selangor, Malaysia.
Rizah Mazzuin RazaliHospital Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Hazlina MahadzirHospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, Cheras, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Nordiana NordinKPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
Kar-Chai KohPoliklinik Kepong Baru, Kepong, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Pui-Li WongUniversiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Kejal HasmukUniversity Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Noor Harzana HarrunPandamaran Health Clinic, Pelabuhan Klang, Selangor, Malaysia.
Siti Aisah MokhtarUniversiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia.
Hospital Kuala Lumpur · MYUniversiti Putra Malaysia · MYUniversity of Malaya · MYForest Research Institute Malaysia · MYKPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital · MYNational University of Malaysia · MYTengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital · MYUniversity Malaya Medical Centre · MY

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundOlder persons are at high-risk of developing severe complications from influenza. This consensus statement was developed to provide guidance on appropriate influenza prevention strategies relevant to the Malaysian healthcare setting.

methodsUnder the initiative of the Malaysian Influenza Working Group (MIWG), a panel comprising 11 multi-speciality physicians was convened to develop a consensus statement. Using a modified Delphi process, the panellists reviewed published evidence on various influenza management interventions and synthesised 10 recommendations for the prevention of influenza among the aged population via group discussions and a blinded rating exercise.

resultsOverall, annual influenza vaccination is recommended for individuals aged ≥ 60 years, particularly those with specific medical conditions or residing in aged care facilities (ACFs). There is no preference for a particular vaccine type in this target population. Antiviral agents can be given for post-exposure chemoprophylaxis or when vaccine contraindication exists. Infection control measures should serve as adjuncts to prevent the spread of influenza, especially during Hajj.

conclusionThis consensus statement presents 10 evidence-based recommendations that can be adopted by healthcare providers to prevent influenza among the aged population in Malaysia. It could also serve as a basis for health policy planning in other lower- and middle-income countries.

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Influenza, HumanInfluenza VaccinesAgedAged, 80 and overAntiviral AgentsHumansMalaysiaVaccinationAntiviral AgentsInfluenza VaccinesAgedDelphi techniqueHuman influenzaMalaysiaOlder personPrevention

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PMCPMC9756619
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