Recent findings show that a mere 2% of senior citizens in India are vaccinated against influenza, which accounts for approximately 1.2 lakh deaths each year. This significant gap in adult vaccination extends to other vital diseases, such as pneumococcal infections and hepatitis B, which also see concerningly low uptake rates.
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Flu kills 1.2 lakh/year in India, senior citizens bear the brunt
June 24, 2026Recent findings show that a mere 2% of senior citizens in India are vaccinated against influenza, which accounts for approximately 1.2 lakh deaths each year. This significant gap in adult vaccination extends to other vital diseases, such as pneumococcal infections and hepatitis B, which also see concerningly low uptake rates.