How information exposure shape risk perceptions and vaccine intentions of mpox among Gay, Bisexual, and Men Who have Sex with Men in China: A Theory-based Multigroup Analysis (Preprint) DOI Creative Commons
Doug H. Cheung, Luyao Xie, Lijuan Wang

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Published: Dec. 28, 2024

BACKGROUND Exposure to information related mpox may be different perceptual processes in relation vaccination intent. OBJECTIVE This study examined the specific pathways by which exposure and influence intent through perceived risk of contracting among GBMSM Beijing Hong Kong. METHODS Data were obtained from a cross-sectional survey mpox-unvaccinated Kong (n=470) (n=519), conducted between November 2023 March 2024. Structural equation modeling was performed estimate direct indirect effects, multigroup structural used effect measure modification city. RESULTS positive significantly enhanced control increased intention via higher for following six months, particularly participants Conversely, negative threat perceptions, but did not consistently raise mpox. Differences notable, with those showing weaker associations mpox, despite levels number non-regular sex partners. CONCLUSIONS Positive boosts increasing where programs are accessible, as Tailored, stigma-free communication is crucial improving uptake, especially Mainland China, subsidized vaccines limited.

Language: Английский

Assessment of Knowledge and Concern of People Living with HIV Regarding Human Mpox and Vaccination DOI
Deniz Borcak, Yusuf Emre Özdemir, Zuhal Yeşilbağ

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Current HIV Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 22(2), P. 120 - 127

Published: March 1, 2024

Mpox virus is an orthopoxvirus that causes the zoonotic infectious disease known as mpox. The can also spread from humans to humans. It be transmitted through contact with bodily fluids, lesions on skin, or internal mucosal surfaces.

Language: Английский

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Health Belief Model, Demographic, and Sexual Behavioral Factors Associated with Mpox Vaccination Among Men who have Sex with Men DOI Creative Commons
Christopher Owens, Randolph D. Hubach

Health Behavior Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 7(1)

Published: Feb. 6, 2024

The mpox virus outbreak (formerly known as monkeypox) in the United States created an urgent need to inform vaccination acceptance and uptake interventions. We quantitatively examined association of Health Belief Model, demographic, sexual behavioral factors with men who have sex (MSM) getting vaccine. qualitatively explored MSM’s perceived barriers obtaining A convenience sample MSM (n = 554) completed a mixed-method online cross-sectional survey. series chi-square tests independence, t-tests, multivariable logistic regressions were used analyze associations between participants not vaccinated against mpox. Inductive content analysis was investigate barriers. Participants that vaccine is expensive troublesome had lower odds revealed most cited barrier unavailability inaccessibility. campaigns can increase susceptibility benefits Still, structural interventions are necessary ensure delivery adequate, accessible, equitable.

Language: Английский

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Assessment of Italian Population Awareness on One-Health, Zoonoses and the Mpox Vaccine: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Study DOI Creative Commons
Fabrizio Bert, Giuseppina Lo Moro, Francesco Calabrese

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Vaccines, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12(3), P. 258 - 258

Published: March 1, 2024

In recent decades, the rise of zoonotic diseases has emerged as a significant human health concern, highlighting interconnectedness and animal within framework “One Health” (OH) concept. This study, conducted in Italy 2023, sought to gauge general population’s awareness OH while identifying influencing factors. Additionally, it aimed assess an Mpox virus vaccine, particularly pertinent due 2022 outbreak across Europe. The online cross-sectional study encompassed 1058 participants, revealing that 54.26% were unfamiliar with zoonoses. Median knowledge scores 12 points (IQR = 9–15) for zoonoses 8 6–11) OH. Notably, factors such age, economic situation, healthcare employment, educational level, literacy significantly influenced scores. Merely 26.8% participants aware existence workers, individuals engaged animal-related work, non-heterosexual men demonstrating higher awareness. findings underscored limited public understanding One Health, variations observed specific demographic groups. Given potential impact on health, urgent initiatives are warranted. Moreover, highlighted low emphasizing necessity targeted campaigns directed at both professionals public.

Language: Английский

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How information exposure shape risk perceptions and vaccine intentions of mpox among Gay, Bisexual, and Men Who have Sex with Men in China: A Theory-based Multigroup Analysis (Preprint) DOI Creative Commons
Doug H. Cheung, Luyao Xie, Lijuan Wang

et al.

Published: Dec. 28, 2024

BACKGROUND Exposure to information related mpox may be different perceptual processes in relation vaccination intent. OBJECTIVE This study examined the specific pathways by which exposure and influence intent through perceived risk of contracting among GBMSM Beijing Hong Kong. METHODS Data were obtained from a cross-sectional survey mpox-unvaccinated Kong (n=470) (n=519), conducted between November 2023 March 2024. Structural equation modeling was performed estimate direct indirect effects, multigroup structural used effect measure modification city. RESULTS positive significantly enhanced control increased intention via higher for following six months, particularly participants Conversely, negative threat perceptions, but did not consistently raise mpox. Differences notable, with those showing weaker associations mpox, despite levels number non-regular sex partners. CONCLUSIONS Positive boosts increasing where programs are accessible, as Tailored, stigma-free communication is crucial improving uptake, especially Mainland China, subsidized vaccines limited.

Language: Английский

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