New survey: Flu Shot Still not Catching on, Especially at Retail Clinics

New survey: Flu Shot Still not Catching on, Especially at Retail Clinics

A new survey from global market research firm Synovate shows that less than half of Americans (42%) received the flu vaccine during the past six months. Of those, only 10% received it at a pharmacy and just 4% received it at a retail clinic.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) February 24, 2009 -- According to a new survey by leading market research firm Synovate, less than half of Americans (42%) received the flu vaccine during the past six months. Of those, only 10% received it at a pharmacy and just 4% received it at a retail clinic.

Although there is a much higher rate of flu vaccination among older Americans 65+ (80%), especially compared to those in younger age groups, this is still lower than the federal government's target of 90% flu immunization for the elderly.

"While most older Americans have accepted the importance of the flu shot, adoption among those who are younger is still quite low," said Terri Crudup, Vice President for Synovate's Healthcare practice. "This is likely because the messages they've heard have focused on the elderly and those working with people who are ill - such as hospital workers - needing it more than the general population."

Among respondents with at least one dependent in their household, less than half (42%) report that their dependent(s) received the flu vaccine in the past six months, and the majority of them (74%) obtained the flu vaccine from their pediatrician's office.

Of those who had obtained the flu vaccine in the past six months, the majority report having received the vaccine either from their doctor's office (43%) or from their employer (23%). Pharmacies and retail clinics in large stores were less popular venues, especially among those aged 18 to 44, suggesting either low patient awareness or low acceptance of such venues for healthcare access.

"Even though retail clinics are actively advertising their ability to give the flu vaccine, it's clear that people are not often using them for that purpose," said Crudup. "This may be because they don't trust retail clinics, they think that their health insurance will only cover the flu vaccine if it's obtained at a doctor's office and / or that they receive their flu shot when they're visiting the doctor for another reason."

Not surprisingly, people in the lowest annual household income bracket (under $25K) are significantly less likely to obtain the flu vaccine compared to those in higher income brackets.

The survey was conducted by Synovate Healthcare (www.synovate.com/healthcare) via Synovate's Omnibus service (www.synovate.com/whatwedo/omnibus-research) with a nationally representative sample of 879 heads of household ages 18+ during January 2009.

About Synovate

Synovate, the market research arm of Aegis Group plc, generates consumer insights that drive competitive marketing solutions. The network provides clients with cohesive global support and a comprehensive suite of research solutions. Synovate employs over 6,000 staff across 62 countries.

For more information on Synovate visit www.synovate.com.

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Contact Information Jennifer Chhatlani

Synovate

http://www.synovate.com

1-312-526-4359

Dance Exercise Still The Best Way To Lose Weight Fast & Get In Shape In Tight Economy.

Dance Exercise Still The Best Way To Lose Weight Fast & Get In Shape In Tight Economy.

Many people are abandoning gym memberships and are opting to buy exercise videos to help them lose weight on a budget. Fitness expert Kenn Kihiu says despite latest fitness gimmicks, dance exercise has stood the test of time and is still the best and least expensive way to burn body fat and quickly get in shape while having fun.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) February 24, 2009 -- Exercise videos (http://www.dancexfitness.com) are now the hottest trend as family budgets continue to shrink. Sales are up 65 percent year-on-year according to Tesco. As consumers face cutbacks in the tough economy many are ditching their gym memberships and are now choosing to exercise in the comfort of their homes. Many have realized that exercise videos are cheap, convenient and can be used regardless of the weather.

One of the best selling dance exercise videos (http://www.dancexfitness.com) dominating the market is 'DanceX - Total Body Cardio.' This new exercise video features some of the best dance music from around the globe. It's also fun and very easy to follow even for those with two left feet.

The DanceX (http://www.dancexfitness.com) workout is a much welcomed and needed breath of fresh air in the current hip hop age of complicated exercise videos. The primary reason for the surge in popularity is because DanceX will meet you where are in terms of your talent and fitness ability.

Instead of making dance exercise difficult, it features fun easy to follow dance moves that are mostly low impact. DanceX is part dance, part aerobics and completely fun and not to mention a total body workout. Perfect for those who want to get fit, feel younger and have fun -- while traveling around the globe with some of the hottest music from around the world.

DanceX features the creator Kenn Kihiu a well known consumer health and fitness expert who has a dazzling smile and is choke-full of encouragement, and contagious enthusiasm. When producing this video he opted to use real people and not just fitness models who are 5'7" and 110 lbs. For example one of the background exercisers looks like your average full figured woman in her forties who seems to be having a lot of fun but also fighting to keep up with Kenn.

When it comes to losing weight and getting in shape, Kihiu is a dance exercise (http://www.dancexfitness.com) evangelist because he doesn't know of any other type of workout that can be so effective and yet be so much fun. "Consistency yields results and people will only exercise regularly and more passionately if they are having fun" Kihiu says.

Kenn's new dance exercise videos combine incredible music from around the world (Disco, Latin dance, 50's, Bhangra, Africa, Brazilian Samba, Irish Dance, Classical Music, and Soul Dance) with fun dance exercise moves everyone will love such as The Chicken, Hitch Hike, Disco Rolls, John Travolta Point, Irish Kicks, The Twist, and many others.

During the DVD's 42-minute easy-to-follow dance exercise workout, Kenn well known for his energy and sense of humor calls out the moves in advance so there is no need to memorize them. "The only requirement needed is a heartbeat!" says the charming and motivating Kenn Kihiu.

'DanceX - Everybody's Workout: Total Body Cardio.' Is only available at http://www.dancexfitness.com and retails at $24.95 with free shipping for a limited time. It also features '7 Nutrition Tips for Improving Your Health,' an "8 Minute Abs Workout, a danceX Promo Trailer, a 'Move Your Body, Move Your Life' featurette.

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Contact Information Kenn Kihiu

301-960-4968