Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Associated Factors of Mpox Among Healthcare Professionals at Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia, 2024: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Health Science Reports, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 8(1)

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

ABSTRACT Background Mpox is a zoonotic disease that has become significant public health concern, especially in regions beyond its usual endemic areas Africa. The rising global incidence and classification as Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World Organization highlight importance healthcare professionals (HCPs) being knowledgeable well‐prepared to effectively manage virus. This study aims assess knowledge, attitudes, factors associated with HCPs regarding infections at Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital Northwest Ethiopia. Methods Between June 13th September 3rd, 2024, cross‐sectional was conducted, among 384 selected through convenience sampling. A pretested, well‐structured, questionnaire used sociodemographic characteristics, attitudes HCPs. collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics logistic regression. p ‐value ≤ 0.05 considered statistically association. Results Out participants, majority male (55.47%) aged 31–39 years (33.85%). Nurses made up largest professional group 31.25%. Only 28.13% 37.76% demonstrated good knowledge favorable toward Mpox, respectively. Interestingly, prior information sources about likely possess (AOR = 1.45, 0.002). Conclusions findings emphasize important gaps attitude It imperative implement targeted educational initiatives such dissemination, training, continuous development improve capacity respond other emerging infectious diseases.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of Mpox Vaccine Acceptance Among Students: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(2), P. 183 - 183

Published: Feb. 13, 2025

Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a re-emerging viral disease. Vaccine acceptance crucial for preventing its spread. This systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the of Mpox vaccine among student populations. We searched electronic databases, including PubMed, Web Science, Embase, up to 14 September 2024. The studies included were observational, such cross-sectional cohort studies, specifically vaccines students. R version 4.4 was used perform meta-analysis, sensitivity analyses conducted assess robustness findings. publication bias evaluated using Doi plots. Of 143 initially identified, eight in final analysis, comprising total 16,129 participants. overall rate 58.6%, with considerable variability across (I2 = 100%). indicated that rates ranged between 45% 70%. plot demonstrated presence moderate bias. shows Future should investigate factors influencing design targeted strategies improve coverage, which will be essential controlling ensuring successful vaccination campaigns.

Language: Английский

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Global prevalence and determinants associated with the acceptance of monkeypox vaccination

Narra J, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 4(2), P. e866 - e866

Published: July 17, 2024

Assessing the acceptance of monkeypox vaccine is crucial for success vaccination programs, yet prevalence reports remain inconclusive. The aim this study was to determine global and identify its associated factors. A meta-analysis conducted with a comprehensive search strategy on following databases, including Scopus, Embase, PubMed, articles published up April 5, 2024. This utilizes single-arm calculate pooled acceptance.

Language: Английский

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An Online Cross-Sectional Survey of the General Population Regarding Awareness About Monkeypox: A Study Protocol

Cureus, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: June 28, 2024

Background Monkeypox is a zoonotic illness that can spread to humans through close contact with infected animals or other individuals. The symptoms are similar smallpox, and the disease be severe, particularly in people weakened immune systems. In recent years, there have been monkeypox outbreaks several countries, leading increased concern about its need for effective management. Materials methods data will collected from an online questionnaire, which given form of Google Forms. A cross-sectional study design used. sample 384. Results result reveal general population selected area improves their knowledge, attitudes, perceptions regarding monkeypox. Conclusion This reflect on awareness population.

Language: Английский

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A cross-sectional study of Mpox Knowledge, Attitudes toward Mpox Vaccination and Mpox Vaccine Hesitancy Among Teachers in Kenya

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 21, 2024

Background: Sixteen African countries, including Kenya, reported mpox cases in July and August, prompting the Africa Centers for Disease Control to declare outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security on 13^th August 2024. The World Organization issued an advisory mpox-related prevention schools whereby teachers are expected support mpox-infected students. There is dearth information knowledge attitudes toward vaccination among Kenya. Method: An online survey involving 1139 was conducted from 21^st 3^rd October, 2024 determine level vaccine hesitancy factors. Results: teachers’ mean score 8.2 out 12 whereas attitude 3.7 6. At time survey, more than 34 % respondents were not aware country. rate 49.78 %. More 62 participants cited concerns about side effects as main reason hesitancy. However, with certificate diploma likely accept be vaccinated against mpox. Only 1.23 received Teachers Service Commission. This study identifies gaps vaccination. It suggests that collaboration between Commission healthcare providers can ensure effective school community-based strategies by improving

Language: Английский

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Mpox vaccination hesitancy, previous immunisation coverage, and vaccination readiness in the African region: a multinational survey

EClinicalMedicine, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 80, P. 103047 - 103047

Published: Dec. 31, 2024

Language: Английский

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