In 2023, influenza vaccination rates among individuals aged 65 and older were the highest in the United Kingdom at 72.5%, followed by New Zealand, Israel, and Chile with rates above 65%. France and Canada had rates of 59.5% and 58.3%, respectively. Notable increases include France with a 3.13% rise and Norway with a 6.89% increase, contrasting Slovakia's decline by 7.64% and Hungary's by 2.53%. The Czech Republic saw a notable increase of 3.06%, indicating momentum from lower baselines, while the UK saw a modest rise of 0.14%.
Future trends to watch in influenza vaccination rates globally include growing emphasis on immunization programs driven by aging populations, potentially boosted by recent pandemic experiences emphasizing vaccine developments. There may also be an increasing focus on overcoming vaccine hesitancy and equitable distribution across socioeconomic and geographical lines to sustain or improve rates.
Top countries in Total Influenza Vaccination Rates by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Persons Aged 65+ | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 72.5 | 2023 | 0% | +0.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 New Zealand | 67.6 | 2023 | 0% | +0.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Israel | 66.2 | 2023 | +0.76% | +2.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Chile | 65.5 | 2023 | -0.3% | +0.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 59.5 | 2023 | -0.17% | +3.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 58.3 | 2023 | -0.68% | -0.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 56.5 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 54.8 | 2023 | +2.43% | +4.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 53.3 | 2023 | +4.92% | +6.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 50 | 2023 | +1.01% | +0.16% | View data |
