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

Communications Medicine, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 4(1)

Опубликована: Июль 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.

Язык: 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, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11(5), С. 897 - 897

Опубликована: Апрель 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: (

Язык: Английский

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Knowledge, Attitude and Conspiracy Beliefs of Healthcare Workers in Lebanon towards Monkeypox

Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 8(2), С. 81 - 81

Опубликована: Янв. 23, 2023

The emergence of a monkeypox (MPOX) outbreak in 2022 represented the most recent recognizable public health emergency at global level. Improving knowledge and attitude towards MPOX, particularly among healthcare workers (HCWs), can be valuable approach preventive efforts aiming to halt MPOX virus spread. aim current study was evaluate HCWs Lebanon assess their conspiratorial emerging infections (EVIs). based on cross-sectional online survey distributed via Google Forms during September–December implementing convenience sampling approach. final sample comprised total 646 HCWs: physicians (n = 171, 26.5%), pharmacists 283, 43.8%), nurses 168, 26.0%), others 24, 3.7%). Variable defects were detected, with third participants having above 75th percentile 218, 33.7%). Satisfactory (>75th percentile) observed less than 198, 30.7%), while quarter endorsed conspiracy beliefs EVIs high level percentile, n 164, 25.4%). Slightly more two thirds agreed that vaccination should used disease prevention 440, 68.1%). Better levels significantly associated postgraduate education older age. Physicians had higher compared other occupational categories. Less endorsement conspiracies male sex, occupation as physician, education. Higher better disease. showed unsatisfactory Lebanese HCWs. Educational improve Despite relatively low embracing regarding this previous studies, area considered its potential impact health-seeking behavior.

Язык: Английский

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Monkeypox (MPOX)-Related Knowledge and Vaccination Hesitancy in Non-Endemic Countries: Concise Literature Review

Vaccines, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11(2), С. 229 - 229

Опубликована: Янв. 19, 2023

In May 2022, the world witnessed emergence of human monkeypox (MPOX), a new zoonotic viral disease in multiple non-endemic countries. This health threat has been associated with increased anxiety, especially after COVID-19 catastrophe. addition, people are exposed to an unprecedented amount information, making them vulnerable misinformation that may lead embracing conspiracy theories. literature review was conducted evaluate levels MPOX-related knowledge and attitudes toward its vaccination by reviewing studies indexed MEDLINE® until 15 November 2022. A total 16 countries were included this review, predominantly Europe, Middle East, Asia. Nine investigated exclusively awareness, two related MPOX vaccines, while five dealt both topics. The target populations mainly healthcare professionals general adult population. results revealed unsatisfactory level awareness among certain groups. Regarding vaccination, showed vaccine hesitancy is still common for except Chinese professionals, where rate acceptance estimated at 90.1%. could help understand first months comparing their evolution recent studies.

Язык: Английский

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Perceptions and worries about monkeypox, and attitudes towards monkeypox vaccination among medical workers in China: A cross-sectional survey

Journal of Infection and Public Health, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 16(3), С. 346 - 353

Опубликована: Янв. 18, 2023

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern" on 23 June 2022. However, there is lack data perceptions among medical workers. purposes this study were to evaluate perceptions, worries about monkeypox, attitudes towards vaccination and their correlates workers in China.Data collected from practitioners using an online survey questionnaire between September 1 30, 2022 China. All the subjects completed including general characteristics, perceptions/knowledge/worries vaccination. Logistic regression was employed examine toward vaccination.In total, sample included 639 mean age 37.9 ± 9.4 years old. Approximately 71.8% individuals reported 56.7% worried 64.9% supported promotion Medical who older than 50 (aOR 3.73, 95%CI 1.01-13.85), worked Infectious Diseases/Dermatology/Venereal Diseases departments (3.09, 1.61-5.91), provided correct answer transmission route (10.19, 5.42-19.17) more likely know monkeypox/monkeypox virus before investigation. 30.7% that they coronavirus (COVID-19). Participants key population most need (78.2%) people with immunodeficiency (74.3%), followed by children (65.4%) adults (63.2%).Awareness high attitude positive staff Further targeted dissemination common knowledge care providers might improve precaution measures populations.

Язык: Английский

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Perception of and Vaccine Readiness towards Mpox among Men Who Have Sex with Men Living with HIV in China: A Cross-Sectional Study

Vaccines, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11(3), С. 528 - 528

Опубликована: Фев. 23, 2023

Men who have sex with men (MSM) living HIV make up the majority of cases in current Mpox outbreak. We aimed to investigate perception and vaccine readiness towards among MSM China.This cross-sectional online study was conducted from 10 August 9 September 2022. Participants responded survey questions about their socio-demographic information, status, sexual behaviors, knowledge Mpox, attitudes vaccines.A total 577 participated study. A 37.6% expressed concerns epidemic China, 56.8% were willing get vaccine. had > four partners previous three months (aOR = 1.9 95% CI: 1.2-2.8 Ref: 0), close contact individuals a day (3.1, 1.5-6.5 0-3), worried China (1.6, 1.1-2.3 No), believed that vaccines are safe (6.6, 2.7-16.4 No or not sure) effective (1.9, 1.1-3.3 No) for people more likely be high school education below (0.5, 0.3-0.9 Postgraduate diploma), sometimes 0.3-0.8 Often), seldom, never Often) followed news unwilling vaccine.The ongoing pandemic has attracted widespread China. Having contacts, worrying epidemic, believing vaccine's safety efficacy predictors willingness Efforts should made raise awareness potential risk this at-risk population. Public health strategies fully address vaccination willingness.

Язык: Английский

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Mpox vaccine acceptance among healthcare workers: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BMC Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 2, 2024

Abstract Introduction Mpox is a zoonotic viral disease that emerged in May 2022 and has since shown high prevalence non-mpox-endemic areas, resulting an outbreak caused more than 84,000 cases 110 countries around the globe. Several vaccines are available to prevent disease, multiple studies have been conducted assess attitudes of different populations toward receiving mpox vaccine. This study systematically reviews all on vaccine acceptance/hesitancy among healthcare workers. Methods A systematic literature search was through four electronic databases, including PubMed, Scopus, Web Science, Google Scholar, up March 2023. Studies described workers were included, data extracted using uniform extraction sheet. Following extraction, meta-analysis included ten with 7322 Three researchers independently assessed risk bias Newcastle–Ottawa Scale (NOS). Results Ten review. review indicates acceptance 58.5%, hesitancy 41.5%. There higher located Asian African areas compared those North America Europe, estimated at 68% 44.3%, respectively. Among solely physicians, there acceptance, 77.1%, 49% Conclusion significant variation populations. Further research needed identify factors contribute this develop interventions increase acceptance. In addition, it important promote where limited. will help policymakers effective policies reduce burden.

Язык: Английский

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

BMC Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 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).

Язык: Английский

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

Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 20(1)

Опубликована: Фев. 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

Язык: Английский

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Psychological Antecedents of Healthcare Workers towards Monkeypox Vaccination in Nigeria

Vaccines, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 10(12), С. 2151 - 2151

Опубликована: Дек. 15, 2022

The ongoing monkeypox (MPX) outbreak has been declared a public health emergency of international concern. People in close contact with active MPX cases, including healthcare workers (HCWs), are at higher risk virus acquisition since the can be transmitted by skin or respiratory secretions. In this study, we aimed to assess psychological antecedents vaccination among Nigerian HCWs using 5C scale. We used an anonymous online cross-sectional survey recruit potential participants snowball sampling. questionnaire geo/socioeconomic features and vaccine acceptance (confidence, complacency, constraints, calculation, collective responsibility). A total 389 responses were included, median age 37 years (IQR: 28−48), 55.5% males, 60.7% married participants. Among studied HCWs, only 31.1% showed confidence vaccination, 58.4% expressed complacency towards 63.8% perceived constraints 27.2% calculated benefits risks 39.2% agreed receive protect others. determinants being single (OR = 5.07, 95% CI: 1.26−20.34, p 0.022), education level (with pre-college/high school as reference, professional/technical: OR 4.12, 1.57−10.73, 0.004, undergraduate: 2.94, 1.32−6.55, 0.008, postgraduate degree 3.48, 1.51−8.04, 0.003), absence chronic disease 2.57, 1.27−5.22, 0.009). significant predictors having middle-income 0.53, 0.33−0.89, 0.008), bachelor’s 2.37, 1.10−5.11, 0.027), knowledge someone who died due 0.20, 0.05−0.93, 0.040). Income was associated 0.62, 0.39−0.99, 0.046). Participants aged 46−60 had decreased odds calculation domain 0.52, 0.27−0.98, 0.044). Middle-income bachelor degree/postgraduate significantly influenced responsibility 2.10, 1.19−3.69, 0.010; 4.17, 1.85−9.38, < 0.001; 3.45, 1.50−7.90, 0.003, respectively). An investigation pattern-based sample revealed low levels high complacency. These factors recommended considered any efforts aiming promote needed country where is endemic.

Язык: Английский

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