Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Influenza and Pertussis Immunization During Pregnancy in Greece

The education of both expectant mothers and obstetricians is urgently needed in order to increase immunization coverage during pregnancy. The low influenza vaccination coverage among women delivering during winter and low pertussis immunization rates, in combination with low recommendation rates for both vaccines, strongly indicate that Greek obstetricians focus on maternal health alone. Their perspectives play an instrumental role in vaccine acceptance during pregnancy, shaping the immunization inclusion maps.