Global prevalence and correlates of mpox vaccine acceptance and uptake: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Communications Medicine, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 4(1)

Published: July 8, 2024

Vaccination has been recommended as one of the most potent ways controlling mpox (formerly, monkeypox) outbreak, particularly among high-risk groups. Here, we evaluated prevalence vaccine acceptance and uptake globally.

Language: Английский

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Knowledge, Attitude and Worry in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq during the Mpox (Monkeypox) Outbreak in 2022: An Online Cross-Sectional Study

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11(3), P. 610 - 610

Published: March 8, 2023

The rapid spread of monkeypox (mpox) has been declared as a public health emergency international concern (PHEIC). present study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and worry levels general population in Kurdistan region Iraq regarding ongoing mpox multi-country outbreak. An online cross-sectional survey was conducted between 27–30 July 2022, using convenience sampling method. questionnaire adapted from previous studies addressing same topic. independent Student’s t-test, one-way ANOVA, logistic regression were used possible factors associated with toward mpox. A total 510 respondents included final analysis. participants showed moderate level neutral attitude towards mpox, relatively level. analysis that age, gender, marital status, religion, education, place residence knowledge; however, significant variables multivariate residential area. Gender area attitudes mpox; gender areas. influenced by residence, yet educational level, In conclusion, Kurdish had about Considering continuous rise cases several countries, its risk pandemic amid COVID-19 pandemic, proactive control measures, adequate disease prevention strategies, preparedness plans need be formulated immediately implemented tackle appearance fears among people, safeguard mental public.

Language: Английский

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Previous Vaccination History and Psychological Factors as Significant Predictors of Willingness to Receive Mpox Vaccination and a Favorable Attitude towards Compulsory Vaccination

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11(5), P. 897 - 897

Published: April 25, 2023

During the ongoing multi-country monkeypox (Mpox) outbreak, healthcare workers (HCWs) have represented a key group in mitigating disease spread. The current study aimed to evaluate attitude of nurses and physicians Jordan towards Mpox vaccination, as well their compulsory vaccination against coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), influenza, Mpox. An online survey was distributed January 2023 based on previously validated 5C scale for psychological determinants vaccination. Previous behavior assessed by inquiring about history getting primary booster COVID-19 influenza vaccine uptake during COVID-19, any uptake. sample consisted 495 respondents: (

Language: Английский

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Assessing disparities in medical students’ knowledge and attitude about monkeypox: a cross-sectional study of 27 countries across three continents

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: July 26, 2023

Background and aims The recent monkeypox (Mpox) outbreak confirmed by the World Health Organization (WHO) underscores importance of evaluating knowledge attitude medical students toward emerging diseases, given their potential roles as healthcare professionals sources public information during outbreaks. This study aimed to assess students’ about Mpox identify factors affecting level in low-income high-income countries. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted on 11,919 from 27 newly-developed validated questionnaire used collect data (14 items), (12 baseline criteria. relationship between a range with studied using univariate multivariate analyses. Results 46% participants were males; 10.7% sixth year; 54.6% knew smallpox; 84% received coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine; 12.5% had training Mpox. 55.3% good 51.7% positive towards it. Medical third, fifth, or year high- income countries who obtained friends, research articles, social media scientific websites predictors for knowledge. Conversely, being male coming showed negative relation Additionally, directly influenced residing urban areas, fifth education, having smallpox history receiving vaccine. Receiving possessing also attitude. On other hand, male, employed, program inversely predicting Conclusion There differences low countries, emphasizing need incorporating epidemiology re-emerging diseases like into curriculum improve prevention control.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of intentions to receive monkeypox vaccine. A systematic review and meta-analysis

BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: Jan. 2, 2024

Abstract Background Immunization, as a preventive strategy against infectious diseases, has consolidated its position fundamental pillar in the field of public health. Therefore, present study aimed to determine prevalence intention receive monkeypox (Mpox) vaccine. Methods A systematic review and meta-analysis available evidence was performed using five databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web Science, Embase, ScienceDirect) with search until July 24, 2023. Data analysis R software version 4.2.3. The quality included cross-sectional studies assessed “JBI-MAStARI”. In addition, subgroup by population continent developed. Results Twenty-nine articles total sample 52 658 participants were included. pooled vaccinate Mpox 61% (95% CI: 53–69%; 52,658 participants; 29 studies; I 2 = 100%). analysis, be vaccinated according continents 64% 53–74%; 13,883 17 99%) Asian countries, 43% 39–47%; 1538 3 53%) African 62% 45–78%; 35,811 6 European 63% 32–89%; 1426 American countries. on Mpox, subjects, it 54% 45–62%; 10,296 11 general population, 57% 33–79%; 3333 10 health care workers, 76% 70–82%; 39,029 8 98%) lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex (LGBTI) community. secondary outcome, refusal vaccination found 22% 16–30%; 45,577 21 99%). Conclusion highlights importance recognizing regional disparities vaccine willingness refusal. It emphasizes employing strategies achieve widespread coverage safeguard worldwide. Terms used Joanna Briggs Institute Meta-Analysis Statistics Assessment Review Instrument (JBI-MAStARI), Prospective International Registry Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO), Preferred Reporting Items for Meta-Analyses (PRISMA).

Language: Английский

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A cross-sectional investigation of factors influencing mpox vaccine hesitancy for students in Southwest China

Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 20(1)

Published: Feb. 1, 2024

From July to September 2023, China reported over 1, 400 confirmed cases of mpox transmitted mainly through sexual contact between males. Meanwhile, the percentage men who have sex with at universities in southwestern is increasing every year, which likely lead a potential spread on campuses. Vaccination an effective preventive measure against infectious diseases, this study examined willingness university students Southwest receive vaccine and analyzed factors influencing their decision. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 7311 from 10 August 13 2023. The revealed hesitancy rate 56.13% toward vaccine, most common reason being concerns about safety (1407/4104, 34.29%). Univariate analysis identified variables that significantly differed acceptance groups. Multivariate logistic regression analyses indicated protective for hesitancy, such as sexually previous knowledge mpox, frequent information people can get reinfection worries endemic China. Additionally, confidence convenience dimensions 3Cs model were risk hesitancy. This found high regarding vaccine. Collaboration healthcare departments recommended address college students, thereby promoting

Language: Английский

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Knowledge and attitude towards mpox: Systematic review and meta-analysis

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(8), P. e0308478 - e0308478

Published: Aug. 9, 2024

The increase in mpox incidence underscores the crucial need to understand and effectively address prevention, early detection, agile response this disease. Therefore, present study aims determine knowledge attitude towards mpox.

Language: Английский

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Psychometric Properties and Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards ChatGPT in Pharmacy Practice and Education: a Study Protocol

Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11(4), P. 2284 - 2293

Published: July 10, 2023

Language: Английский

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Grasping knowledge, attitude, and perception towards monkeypox among healthcare workers and medical students: an Egyptian cross-sectional study

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: Feb. 12, 2024

Background Monkeypox (Mpox) is a re-emerging infectious disease representing new global challenge. It poses substantial threat to countries, particularly those with low number of cases. Due its popularity as tourist destination and proximity many African refugees, Egypt potentially at risk Mpox importation. Therefore, effective management necessitates healthcare workers (HCWs) possess adept knowledge, along positive attitude behavior. The study aimed assess the attitude, perception Egyptian HCWs medical students towards human Mpox. Methods present cross-sectional data was collected from participants between October December 2022 via questionnaire. questionnaire comprised 31 questions in knowledge section, 11 14 section. Results involved total 1,034 students. found that 55.3% demonstrated adequate about Mpox, whereas 44.5% 39.8% respondents exhibited favorable attitudes perceptions disease, respectively. Binary logistic regression analysis revealed significantly observed ages older than 40 years ( p < 0.001), married doctors 0.001). among male sex = 0.045), urban residents 0.002), nurses 0.002). Conversely, (p 0.013), individuals employed pharmacy laboratory departments 0.001) experienced an increase perception. Conclusion Knowledge, exhibit suboptimal levels. Addressing these gaps crucial controlling effectively preventing transmission.

Language: Английский

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Assessment of Monkeypox (MPOX) Knowledge and Vaccination Intention among Health and Life Sciences Students in Algeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

Infectious Disease Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 170 - 180

Published: Feb. 22, 2024

Monkeypox (MPOX) is a viral zoonotic disease affecting endemically the Central and Western regions of Africa. The ongoing outbreak in non-endemic countries has made this global concern. While no cases have been reported Algeria, it important to raise awareness about prepare for potential outbreak, especially light neighboring Middle East North African (MENA) countries. This study aimed evaluate knowledge attitude Algerian Health Life Sciences students toward MPOX its vaccine through an anonymous online survey. A total 196 participated study. Students medicine (64.3%), females (85.7%), those under 20 years age (55.1%) were most represented. results revealed low level represented by score only 42.8% correct answers with multiple gaps epidemiology, etiology, clinical manifestations MPOX. veterinary sciences showed highest levels (OR: 6.71; CI95%: 1.23–36.77), while aged between 30 old 0.11; 0.02–0.79) vaccinated against seasonal flu 0.42; 0.21–0.85) associated knowledge. Regarding vaccination, found moderate acceptance (48.5%) among surveyed Natural having high conspiracy belief (VCBS) showing lowest acceptance. These findings highlight need educational programs intensified public campaigns improve emphasize importance vaccination preventing outbreaks overcoming reluctance.

Language: Английский

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