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medRxiv PreprintsInternational6 October 2026

Absolute and Relative Effectiveness of High-Dose vs Standard-Dose Influenza Vaccines Against Severe Outcomes in Older Adults

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Importance Several influenza vaccine products are available for older adults, but evidence combining both their absolute effectiveness and head-to-head comparisons within the same large population remains scarce, limiting product-specific vaccination guidance for this high-risk group. Objective To estimate the relative and absolute effectiveness of influenza vaccines against influenza-related hospitalization and in-hospital mortality among older adults. Design, Setting, and Participants Nationwide cohort study using the French National Health Data System (SNDS), including all adults born in 19
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