Connecting the experiences of persons with disabilities and social workers in Nigerian care institutions regarding COVID-19 vaccine uptake: a qualitative descriptive-interpretive design DOI Creative Commons
Farah Naz Rahman, Anthony Obinna Iwuagwu, Christopher Ndubuisi Ngwu

et al.

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Oct. 9, 2024

Background During the COVID-19 pandemic, persons with disabilities (PWDs) have faced additional disadvantages that exacerbated their physical and mental health challenges. In Nigeria, where cultural, religious, informational barriers persist, understanding these factors is critical for improving interventions, including vaccine uptake among PWDs. Methods This study employed a qualitative descriptive-interpretive design to explore perceptions of PWDs regarding pandemic vaccine, alongside social workers’ views on roles in facilitating uptake. We conducted in-depth semi-structured telephone interviews 20 participants, comprising 16 four workers Nigerian rehabilitation homes. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis identify key themes influencing attitudes toward Results The uncovered significant PWDs, primarily driven by mistrust government initiatives, widespread conspiracy theories, deeply held cultural religious beliefs. Additionally, while played crucial as community surveillance officers, in-house educators, referral agents, interventions lacked specific strategies aimed at increasing Their efforts more focused addressing psychological impacts rather than fostering behavioral changes acceptance. Conclusion To enhance homes, targeted address identified are essential. These should include trust-building measures, culturally religiously sensitive communication strategies, tailored educational programs workers. Moreover, training specific, evidence-based increase mitigating pandemic’s impact this vulnerable population.

Language: Английский

Vaccine hesitancy and acceptance among hemodialysis patients: a cross-sectional study in Turkey DOI Creative Commons
Fatma Nur Kaya, Ayşe Rumeysa Doğruyol,

Hakkı Öztürk

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BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: March 18, 2025

Vaccine hesitancy remains a significant issue threatening public health. The study aimed to determine the vaccination status of patients undergoing hemodialysis for chronic kidney disease and analyze their levels vaccine hesitancy. This cross-sectional analytical was conducted in centers located Ankara, capital Turkey. Data collection involved structured questionnaire capturing sociodemographic details, comorbidities, history, levels, coupled with Hesitancy Scale (VHS), 9-item tool validated Turkish that measures trust vaccines perceived risks. Among 548 participants (mean age: 60.4 ± 12.9 years, range: 18–93; 57.8% male), 38.9% had high school education or higher, 52.7% reported income below expenses. Despite 92.7% having received at least one during adulthood, knowledge about limited, only 7.7% answering all vaccine-related questions correctly. Influenza (73.4%) hepatitis B (58.4%) were most administered vaccines. median VHS score 32 (range: 11–45), 84.7% scoring above 25, reflecting low overall Participants who identified physicians (76.6%) healthcare workers (57.5%) as trusted sources information tended have lower scores (p < 0.001). No associations found between gender, education, level, general health perception. While rates among are relatively high, critical gaps persist, emphasizing need targeted educational programs. active involvement professionals is crucial reduce enhance confidence this vulnerable population.

Language: Английский

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COVID-19: Experiences of Social Workers Supporting Older Adults With Dementia in Nigeria DOI Creative Commons
Oluwagbemiga Oyinlola, Kafayat Mahmoud,

Abdullateef B. Adeoti

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INQUIRY The Journal of Health Care Organization Provision and Financing, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 61

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous public health protocols were instituted by government agencies to safeguard individuals with dementia, their family caregivers, and formal care providers. While these preventive measures implemented good intentions, they inadvertently imposed significant challenges on medical social workers in Nigeria. This paper explored experiences of caring for people dementia during pandemic Twenty-six from 6 hospitals Southwestern Nigeria participated an in-depth interview. The research reveals 3 pivotal aspects: Firstly, escalating demands within work environment, where grapple intricate task conveying sensitive information about diagnosis prevention protocol, managing expectations regarding diagnoses, navigating resource constraints pandemic. Secondly, discernible impacts climate interprofessional relationships shed light professionals face collaborating other healthcare Lastly, reverberations workers’ personal lives underscore pandemic’s toll well-being. Thus, findings need proactive equip distinctive future pandemics. Recognizing potential resurgence global crises, highlights strategic preparedness mitigate impact pandemics well-being dedicated care.

Language: Английский

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Connecting the experiences of persons with disabilities and social workers in Nigerian care institutions regarding COVID-19 vaccine uptake: a qualitative descriptive-interpretive design DOI Creative Commons
Farah Naz Rahman, Anthony Obinna Iwuagwu, Christopher Ndubuisi Ngwu

et al.

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Oct. 9, 2024

Background During the COVID-19 pandemic, persons with disabilities (PWDs) have faced additional disadvantages that exacerbated their physical and mental health challenges. In Nigeria, where cultural, religious, informational barriers persist, understanding these factors is critical for improving interventions, including vaccine uptake among PWDs. Methods This study employed a qualitative descriptive-interpretive design to explore perceptions of PWDs regarding pandemic vaccine, alongside social workers’ views on roles in facilitating uptake. We conducted in-depth semi-structured telephone interviews 20 participants, comprising 16 four workers Nigerian rehabilitation homes. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis identify key themes influencing attitudes toward Results The uncovered significant PWDs, primarily driven by mistrust government initiatives, widespread conspiracy theories, deeply held cultural religious beliefs. Additionally, while played crucial as community surveillance officers, in-house educators, referral agents, interventions lacked specific strategies aimed at increasing Their efforts more focused addressing psychological impacts rather than fostering behavioral changes acceptance. Conclusion To enhance homes, targeted address identified are essential. These should include trust-building measures, culturally religiously sensitive communication strategies, tailored educational programs workers. Moreover, training specific, evidence-based increase mitigating pandemic’s impact this vulnerable population.

Language: Английский

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