Impfungen bei Älteren - jenseits der Standardimpfungen

This article provides a brief overview of vaccinations that are also relevant for older people and are not among the standard vaccinations recommended by the Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO). Due to the high disease burden of RSV infections, especially in older adults, the use of approved vaccines is possible in Germany, even if a vaccination recommendation by the STIKO is still pending. TBE and dengue vaccinations are only recommended if the vaccination is indicated by living in or traveling to a risk area. To avoid travelers' diarrhea, which is a relevant risk for older adults, basic hygiene rules mus…