Social media and attitudes towards a COVID-19 vaccination: A systematic review of the literature

EClinicalMedicine, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 48, P. 101454 - 101454

Published: May 20, 2022

Vaccine hesitancy continues to limit global efforts in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic. Emerging research demonstrates role of social media disseminating information and potentially influencing people's attitudes towards public health campaigns. This systematic review sought synthesize current evidence regarding potential shaping vaccination attitudes, explore its for interventions address issue vaccine hesitancy.

Language: Английский

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Cyberchondria, Fear of COVID-19, and Risk Perception Mediate the Association between Problematic Social Media Use and Intention to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10(1), P. 122 - 122

Published: Jan. 14, 2022

Vaccination is the most effective way to control COVID-19 pandemic, but vaccination hesitancy threatens this effort worldwide. Consequently, there a need understand what influences individuals' intention get vaccine. Restriction of information gathering on societal developments social media may influence attitudes towards through exposure disinformation and imbalanced arguments. The present study examined association between problematic use vaccine, taking into account mediating roles cyberchondria, fear COVID-19, risk perception. In cross-sectional survey study, total 10,843 residents Qazvin City, Iran completed measures use, perception, data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). results showed that was no direct Nonetheless, perception (each or serially) mediated associations These add understanding role in vaccine hesitancy, i.e., it not quantity per se matters. This knowledge can be used by public health experts policymakers when planning educational interventions other initiatives programs.

Language: Английский

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Attitudes toward COVID-19 Vaccination on Social Media: A Cross-Platform Analysis

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10(8), P. 1190 - 1190

Published: July 27, 2022

During the COVID-19 pandemic, social media content analysis allowed for tracking attitudes toward newly introduced vaccines. However, current evidence is limited to single platforms. Our objective was compare arguments used by anti-vaxxers in context of vaccines across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We obtained data set 53,671 comments regarding vaccination published between August 2021 February 2022. After that, we established categories anti-vaccine content, manually classified comments, compared frequency occurrence found that on use 14 against The these varies different anti-vaxxers' activity Facebook Twitter similar, focusing mainly distrust government allegations safety effectiveness. Anti-vaxxers TikTok focus personal freedom, while Instagram users encouraging often face criticism suggesting a private matter should not be shared. Due differences vaccine sentiment among platforms, future research educational campaigns consider distinctions, more platforms popular adolescents (i.e., TikTok).

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Incidence and severity of SARS-CoV-2 virus post COVID-19 vaccination: A cross-sectional study in India

Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 14, P. 100983 - 100983

Published: Feb. 9, 2022

Several sociodemographic variables, including ethnic inequality, have been identified as potentially influencing the uptake of COVID-19 vaccinations. To develop herd immunity against COVID-19, at least 70-85% population must be vaccinated. As situation with changes, public's perception keeps fluctuating. We designed a survey to determine prevalence vaccinated individuals and rate infectivity post-vaccination. also aimed study clinical manifestations SARS-CoV-2 virus post-vaccination.A cross-sectional was conducted from May 10, 2021 July across India through pre-tested validated semi-structured self-administered electronic questionnaire, subjects objectives explained confidentiality data results had assured. The questionnaires were prepared using Google forms link sent social media platforms such WhatsApp, Facebook, various where people are actively engaged following restrictions protocols distancing. General demographic data, followed by their lifestyle comorbid conditions, on vaccination, infectivity, side effects collected.We included 2334 participants in study, which majority age group 25-34 years (38.6%). 1729 80.7% received Covishield 17.8% Covaxin. Around 61.1% both doses among 38.9% only one dose vaccine. fully gap 4-5 weeks for second (37.1%) 5-6 (11.2%). Post-vaccination 50.8% experienced muscle pain, 46% fatigue, 36.5% weakness, 12.3% back pain. Among 26% turned out positive 44.5% non-vaccinated got infected. odds infection non -vaccinated 2.27 times higher than individuals. Individuals who encountered viral antigen time either vaccination or demonstrated exaggerated inflammatory response is antibody-dependent enhancement phenomenon without life-threatening complications.Although more 50% some form musculoskeletal effects, we noted high acceptance (74%) participants. two safer compared

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Influences of social media usage on public attitudes and behavior toward COVID-19 vaccine in the Arab world

Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 18(5)

Published: June 7, 2022

Background Vaccination programs are effective only when a significant percentage of people vaccinated. Social media usage is arguably one the factors affecting public attitudes toward vaccines.Objective This study aims to identify if social can predict Arab people's and behavior COVID-19 vaccines.Methods An online survey was conducted in countries, 217 nationals participated this study. Logistic regression applied what demographics vaccines.Results Of participants, 56.2% (n = 122) were willing get vaccines, 41.5% 90) hesitant. shows that none enough actual vaccine acceptance behavior. However, some could vaccines. For example, compared infrequent users, frequent users 2.85 times more likely agree risk being exaggerated (OR 2.85, 95% CI 0.86–9.45, p .046). On other hand, participants with trust information shared by their contacts less decision-makers had ensured safety vaccines 0.528, 0.276–1.012, .05).Conclusion Information on may affect Therefore, disseminating correct validated about important increase counter impact incorrect misinformation.

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Exploring COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and behavioral themes using social media big-data: a text mining approach

Kybernetes, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 52(7), P. 2616 - 2648

Published: June 9, 2023

Purpose India has the biggest number of active users on social media platforms, particularly Twitter. The purpose this paper is to examine public sentiment COVID-19 vaccines and COVID Appropriate Behaviour (CAB) by text mining (topic modeling) network analysis supported thematic modeling. Design/methodology/approach A sample dataset 115,000 tweets from Twitter platform was used perception vaccination CAB January 2021 August 2021. research applied a machine-learning algorithm extract hidden latent patterns in unstructured data identify most prevalent themes. Vaccine Hesitancy Amplification Model formulated, which included five key topics based big media. Findings identified themes are Social Media Adaptivity, Lack Knowledge Providing Mechanism, Perception Safety Measures, Health Care Infrastructure Capabilities Fear Coronavirus (Coronaphobia). study implication assists communication strategists stakeholders design effective strategies using digital platforms. reveals as with Mask Wearing Issues Employment relevant discussed channels. Research limitations/implications extracted present provide roadmap for policy-makers experts utilize platforms communicating understanding preventive measures CAB. As evidenced increased engagement during COVID-19-induced lockdown, indeed valuable perspective be proactive event similar situation. Moreover, significant themes, including adaptivity, absence knowledge-providing mechanism safety vaccine, critical parameters leading an amplified effect vaccine hesitancy. Practical implications Themes (CVHAT) equips government preconfigured paradigm tackle dedicated campaigns assess community behavior health emergencies COVID-19. acceptance following decrease advocacy mutation virus promote healthy being people. been mentioned strategy against pandemic, preposition promotes intervention helps mitigate future such pandemics. developing, economies require CAB, contributes filling gap environment. Originality/value Chan et al . (2020) recommended knowledge dissemination. observed that value when happens highly trusted accessible channels Facebook. With preceding context, novel approach contribute toward related

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Misinformation on COVID-19 Vaccine and Its Associated Factors among Residents in Gondar, Ethiopia, 2022

BioMed Research International, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 2024, P. 1 - 14

Published: Jan. 9, 2024

Introduction. In the year 2019, a new strain of severe acute respiratory syndrome emerged in Wuhan, Hubei province, China, causing pneumonia outbreak. Misinformation about coronavirus 2019 vaccine, combined with inequitable vaccine delivery around world, is bottleneck most promising instruments for ending pandemic. Vaccine confidence and vaccination rate can be affected by misinformation. The majority COVID-19 misinformation has been on development, safety, effectiveness as well denial. Hence, this study aimed at assessing magnitude associated factor among residents Gondar, Ethiopia, Method. A community-based cross-sectional was conducted from May 8 to June 10, 2022, 844 Gondar town. multistage cluster sampling method employed select participants. An interview-administered questionnaire used collect required data. data were entered using EpiData 4.6 transferred into SPSS version 20 analysis. Descriptive statistics bivariable multivariable logistic regression analyses done. adjusted odds ratio (AOR) 95% CI determine explanatory factors vaccine. Result. proportion found 48%. Being male ( $\text{AOR}=1.48$ , CI: 1.03, 2.13), status (AOR: 7.37, 4.59, 11.83), history 0.21, 0.5, 0.78), health self-efficacy 0.6, 0.42, 0.86), perceived severity 1.47, 1.02, 2.12), knowledge towards 1.85, 1.28,2.67), attitude 1.9, 1.32, 2.76) significant Conclusion Recommendation. overall Increasing community awareness clarifying misunderstandings it through media campaigns may help lessen tendency community.

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Analyzing COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among University Students in UAE: A Cross-Sectional Study

Dubai Medical Journal, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 5(3), P. 182 - 193

Published: April 19, 2022

<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> While vaccines may be a key measure in overcoming the pandemic, their hesitancy among population impede ongoing efforts of governments and health authorities country. Universities are considered hubs transition individuals to young adults, understanding this stratum addressing apprehensions that exist is utmost importance. This study aims explore attitude students UAE universities toward COVID-19 along with comparing two particular demographics see if there exists difference outcomes-medical nonmedical students. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A web-based self-administered questionnaire was sent following Ethics Committee approval, at various containing questions regarding general demographic data, related anamnestic characteristics as well on motivational factors refusal vaccine. Using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 28, descriptive analyses were performed variables inferential statistics carried out using Pearson’s Chi-squared (χ²) test. <b><i>Results:</i></b> total 385 participants consented survey, majority female respondents (76.6%). In our which included an average age 21 years, 91.4% expatriates, 48.1% based Dubai. Approximately 67% those surveyed had been vaccinated, Sinopharm being most commonly taken vaccine (70.4%). “Concerns over side effects” seems common reason (58.7%) all whether vaccinated or not. Our sample medical sciences background (58.7%), who disagreed more often belief they completely protected by receiving compared <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> vaccination rates university lower than national average, demonstrating importance integrating specific awareness program group. Preparing future beneficial long-term strategy, hence, further research must done focusing primarily them ensure patients receive best vaccine-related recommendations.

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The effect of COVID-19 vaccine tele-educational program on vaccine hesitancy and receiving the vaccine among women planning for pregnancy, pregnant or breast-feeding mothers

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 18(3), P. e0282627 - e0282627

Published: March 9, 2023

Background COVID-19 hesitancy among women planning to become pregnant, who are and breast-feeding is still a global phenomenon. Unfortunately, there lack of national educational programs that provide those groups people with the information they need about vaccine. Objective This study investigated effect vaccine tele-educational program on receiving for pregnancy, pregnant mothers. Methods implemented quasi-experimental pre-post design was conducted in Jordan. It two-time had two women; 220 participated control group, 205 intervention group (those received program). All participating answered demographic characteristics sheet Arabic version Hesitancy About Vaccination Questionnaire twice. Results showed after conducting interventional reported significantly higher vaccination rate lower mean score than (M = 24.67, SD 5.11; M 27.45, 4.92; respectively) t (423) -4.116, p-value < 0.001. Moreover, before program, levels compared same 28.35, 4.91; 24.66, (204) 17.83, Conclusions The concluded awareness being given tele-education decreased their improved willingness participate vaccination. Therefore, health workers should focus providing scientific-based reduce doubts COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy and its Reasons in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 32(6)

Published: Nov. 1, 2022

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine hesitancy becomes the major bottleneck to global healthcare system in minimizing spread of virus. This study aimed at assessing COVID-19 and its reasons among residents Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.A community-based cross-sectional survey was conducted between May 16 29, 2021 purposively selected four districts Ethiopia. A structured questionnaire developed then designed on Google Forms platforms collect data from participants after obtaining a verbal consent form. total 422 were included survey. Data entered into Microsoft Excel exported Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 analysis.Face masks alcohol hand rub/ sanitizer are used by 50. 7 24.9% respondents when required. thought have been generated humans substantial percentage (38.2%). About half (50.7%) use face rub/sanitizer always it is required, respectively. large number (38.2%) believed that origin man-made. Overall, 242 (57.4%) reported hesitancy. Fear side effects (49.6%) most common reason Doubt about effectiveness (33.9%), not having enough information vaccine, preferring another way protection, unreliable (due short development period) also frequently mentioned receiving vaccine.COVID-19 rate high Ethiopia during period. effects, doubts effectiveness, Continuous awareness creation community importance vaccination warranted health professionals cadres.

Language: Английский

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