Comparing role of religion in perception of the COVID-19 vaccines in Africa and Asia Pacific

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

Опубликована: Окт. 24, 2024

Abstract Background In the midst of global COVID-19 vaccine distribution challenge, religion stands out as a key determinant hesitancy and health choices. Notably, multifaceted religious environments Africa Asia Pacific remain under-researched in this context. Methods Utilizing data from two survey waves conducted between 2021 2022, cross-sectional study investigated effects beliefs on perceptions compatibility vaccines acceptance Pacific. Logistic regression models were employed, with interaction terms socio-economic factors incorporated to account for variations among diverse subpopulations. Results Among eight groups identified, Atheists Buddhists exhibit lowest agreement, fewer than 60% acknowledging vaccines. Willingness accept vaccines, however, is consistently higher by at least four percentage points compared Africa, disparity widening further second wave. Impacts education vary across groups, while positively contributed acceptance. Dynamics region, religion, other socio-demographic have changed substantially over time. All but Muslims propensity endorse during Survey Wave 2. Conclusions Our reveals complex, context-dependent connections attitudes heterogeneous time different affiliations. Understanding underlying drivers these temporal helps inform tailored approaches aimed addressing hesitancy, promoting uptake, improving well-being each group.

Язык: Английский

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Quantitative Synthesis of Factors Associated with COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance and Vaccine Hesitancy in 185 Countries

Vaccines, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 12(1), С. 34 - 34

Опубликована: Дек. 28, 2023

Mass vaccination against COVID-19 is the best method to ensure herd immunity in order curb effect of pandemic on global economy. It therefore important assess determinants vaccine acceptance and hesitancy a scale. Factors were recorded from cross-sectional studies analyzed with t-Test, ANOVA, correlation, meta-regression analyses synthesized identify trends inform policy. We registered protocol (ID: CRD42022350418) used standard Cochrane methods PRISMA guidelines collect synthesize articles published between January 2020 August 2023. A total 67 576 185 countries involving 3081,766 participants included this synthesis. Global was 65.27% (95% CI; 62.72–67.84%), while stood at 32.1% 29.05–35.17%). One-Way ANOVA showed that there no significant difference percentage Gross Domestic Product spent procurement across World Bank income levels (p < 0.187). There 0.001) 0.005) different Income levels. level had strong influence 0.0004) 0.003) but did not. correlation (r = −0.11, p 0.164) or −0.09, 0.234). Meta-regression analysis living an urban setting (OR 4.83, 95% 0.67–212.8), rural 2.53, 0.29–119.33), older 1.98, 0.99–4.07), higher education 1.76, 0.85–3.81), being low earner 2.85, 0.45–30.63) increased odds high acceptance. influenza 33.06, 5.03–1395.01), mistrust for vaccines 3.91, 1.92–8.24), complacency 2.86, 1.02–8.83), pregnancy 2.3, 0.12–141.76), taking traditional herbs 2.15, 0.52–10.42), female 1.53, 0.78–3.01), safety concerns 1.29, 0.67–2.51). proposed number recommendations increase COVID-19.

Язык: Английский

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The Influence of Recommendation of Medical and Non-Medical Authorities on the Decision to Vaccinate against Influenza from a Social Vaccinology Perspective: Cross-Sectional, Representative Study of Polish Society

Vaccines, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11(5), С. 994 - 994

Опубликована: Май 17, 2023

Vaccination against seasonal flu is crucial to prevention of illness in modern societies. The level influenza vaccination Poland low and, for many years, has hovered around a few percent the general population. For this reason, it understand reasons such and assess influence medical social authorities on decision vaccinate from perspective vaccinology. purpose, representative survey was conducted 2022 among adult Poles (N = 805), orchestrated with CAWI technique based author's questionnaire. most significant authority context held by physicians, especially oldest part population, over 65 years age-in group, 50.4% respondents declare very high respect physicians issue recommended (p < 0.001), second-highest group which seniors have aspect pharmacists 0.011). It also shown that more than nurses, declared themselves opponents 0.001). indicates need strengthen regarding vaccination, case pharmacists, changing law allow them qualify vaccination.

Язык: Английский

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Effective Vaccination and Education Strategies for Emerging Infectious Diseases Such as COVID-19

Journal of Korean Medical Science, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 38(44)

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2023

Social isolation and control owing to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are easing; however, concerns regarding new infectious diseases have not disappeared. Given epidemic experiences such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), the influenza pandemic, Middle East (MERS), COVID-19, it is necessary prepare for outbreak of situations in which large-scale vaccinations required. Although development vaccines against COVID-19 has contributed greatly overcoming concerning vaccine side effects from general public, including medical personnel, decreased confidence efficacy effects, present many challenges promoting educating future. In addition plans develop diseases, education promotion administer latest developments public. Moreover, efforts needed secure necessity, legitimacy, evidence rapid vaccination on a large scale at national level. It also carefully scientific bases explanatory statements so that public can easily understand them. This study aimed establish strategies may occur Many ways promote healthcare workers should be prepared ensure administered safely. Thus, safety based specific data clinical studies necessary.

Язык: Английский

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Change in intention and hesitancy regarding COVID-19 vaccines in a cohort of adults in Quebec during the pandemic

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

Опубликована: Фев. 12, 2024

Although COVID-19 vaccine uptake was high in Quebec for the primary series, acceptance decreased subsequent booster doses. This article presents evolution of intention, self-reported vaccination behaviors, and hesitancy over 2 years. A series cross-sectional surveys were conducted between March 2020 2023, with a representative sample 3,330 adults recruited biweekly via Web panel. Panelists could have answered multiple times course project. cohort respondents created to assess how attitudes behaviors about vaccines evolved. Descriptive statistics multivariate logistic regressions performed. Among 1,914 individuals no or low intention getting vaccinated Fall 2021 (Period 1), 1,476 (77%) reported having received at least two doses Winter 2023 2). Not believing conspiracy theory (OR = 2.08, 95% CI: 1.65–2.64), being worried catching 2.12, 1.65–2.73) not living rural area (ORs other areas are 2.27, 1.58–3.28; 1.66, 1.23–2.26; 1.82 1.23–2.73) three main factors associated Period 2. 11,117 hesitant 1, 1,335 (12%) became The significantly becoming adherence theories 2.28, 1.95–2.66), female 1.67, 1.48–1.90) younger than 65 years old (the ORs 18–34, 35–49, 50–64 compared 2.82, 2.32–3.44; 2.39, 2.00–2.86 1.82, 1.55–2.15 respectively). As pandemic is over, monitoring will be important.

Язык: Английский

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COVID-19 vaccination rates among adolescents (12–17 years) by immigrant background and sociodemographic factors: A nationwide registry study in Norway

Vaccine, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 41(24), С. 3673 - 3680

Опубликована: Май 1, 2023

Lower COVID-19 vaccination rates have been observed among some adult immigrant populations in Norway, and there appears to be an association with sociodemographic factors. However, knowledge is lacking on the distribution of role factors adolescents. This study aims describe adolescents according background, household income, parental education. In this nationwide registry study, we analyzed individual-level data (12–17 years) from Norwegian Emergency preparedness register for until September 15th, 2022. We estimated incidence rate ratios (IRR) receiving at least one vaccine dose by country income education, using Poisson regression, adjusting age, sex, county. The sample comprised 384,815 Foreign-born Norwegian-born foreign-born parents, had lower (57 % 58 %) compared parent (84 %). Vaccination background varied 88 (Vietnam) 31 (Russia). Variation associations education were greater 12–15-year-olds than 16–17-year-olds. Household positively associated vaccination. Compared lowest category, IRRs ranged 1.07 (95 CI 1.06–1.09) 1.31 1.29–1.33) 12–15-year-olds, 1.06 1.04–1.07) 1.17 1.15–1.18) For IRR 1.08 1.18 1.17–1.20) 1.05 1.09 1.07–1.10) age group, especially Eastern Europe younger rates. Our results may help target measures increase

Язык: Английский

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Vaccine hesitancy among physicians: a qualitative study with general practitioners and paediatricians in Austria and Germany

BMJ Open, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 14(1), С. e077411 - e077411

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024

Objective This study aims to understand reasons for vaccine hesitancy (VH) among general practioners (GPs) and paediatricians. We aim analyse how when the healthcare workers (HCWs) developed vaccine-hesitant views they transfer these patients. Design setting Semistructured interviews with GPs paediatricians were conducted in Austria Germany using an explorative qualitative research design. Participants contacted 41 physicians through letters emails 10 agreed participate, five male female. Data collection analysis Ten recorded, transcribed verbatim anonymised. The material was analysed inductively following a grounded theory approach open coding software atlas.ti. Results Key themes that identified education career path, understanding of medicine medical profession, experiences vaccines, doctor–patient interactions continuous activities link VH. paediatricians’ attitudes during their training and, particular, extracurricular homeopathy, which most participants completed. Most work private practices rather than contracts social insurance because are not satisfied health system. Furthermore, critical biomedicine. interview partners do consider themselves antivaccination, but sceptical towards vaccines especially point out side effects. vaccinate some only occasionally. Their often fostered respective online communities HCWs. Conclusions More studies on connection between complementary HCWs needed. Education about infectious diseases healthworkers must increase tailored use internet media. Physicians should be made aware time empathy patients could have positive impact undecided parents regarding decisions.

Язык: Английский

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Understanding Motivations Behind COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake: Insights from a Cross-Sectional Study in Northern Bangladesh

American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 3(1), С. 20 - 28

Опубликована: Фев. 10, 2024

The emergence of COVID-19 has prompted global vaccination campaigns as a cornerstone mitigation strategies. Understanding the factors influencing vaccine uptake is essential for designing targeted interventions to enhance immunization coverage. A cross-sectional study was conducted in northern Bangladesh, involving 1564 respondents aged 12 years and above. Data on motivations socio-demographic characteristics were collected through structured interviews. Descriptive statistics multivariate logistic regression analyses employed explore associations between motivations. identified two key uptake: belief vaccine’s efficacy reducing risk contracting virus feeling safe engage daily activities after vaccination. Socio-demographic such age, education level, occupation, marital status, disease status significantly associated with these This sheds light driving Bangladesh highlights importance addressing disparities acceptance. Targeted aimed at improving confidence accessibility are crucial promoting widespread combating pandemic. Further research needed additional behavior assess long-term impact public health outcomes.

Язык: Английский

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Infographics on risks associated with COVID-19 and the willingness to get the AstraZeneca vaccine: two randomized online experiments

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

Опубликована: Фев. 20, 2024

Abstract Background Germans hesitated to get vaccinated with AstraZeneca in the COVID-19 pandemic after reports of blood clots. Methods In two preregistered online experiments stratified randomization (Study 1 N = 824, Study 2: 1,056), we tested whether providing evidence-based benefit-risk information reduces perceived risk vaccine and probability clots due increases vaccination intention. 1, participants saw no infographic (control) or one infographics (low vs. high exposure varied by underlying incidence rates). 2 additionally design displaying (presented as table, circle icons, manikin-like icons). Results The decreased perception compared 1: Cohens d 0.31, 95% CI [0.14, 0.48]; 0.34, [0.06, 0.62]), but it did not influence 0.05, [-0.23, 0.33]). Also, affect 2). intention was affected viewing 0.04, [-0.13, 0.21]; [-0.24, 0.32]) nor presented infection rate 0.07, [-0.09, 0.24], 0.01, [-0.12, 0.15]) perceptions, sociodemographic characteristics, confidence vaccine, preference for alternative vaccines. Conclusions helped putting vaccinations into perspective. Nevertheless, objective alone that low preexisting lacking confidence.

Язык: Английский

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The Prevalence and Determinants of Hesitancy for Regular COVID-19 Vaccination among Primary Healthcare Patients with Asthma or COPD in Greece: A Cross-Sectional Study

Vaccines, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12(4), С. 414 - 414

Опубликована: Апрель 14, 2024

The emergence of novel coronavirus mutations and signs the waning immunity provided by COVID-19 vaccines underscore importance regular vaccination. This study aimed to investigate prevalence vaccination hesitancy factors that influence it among patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who visited primary care centers. cross-sectional was conducted in six healthcare centers Crete, Greece (October–December 2023). Participants completed a questionnaire, which included questions about socio-demographic characteristics, health status, previous booster vaccination, attitudes, beliefs Multivariate logistic regression used identify influenced vaccine hesitancy. Of 264 participants, 65% exhibited towards Female gender, middle age, lower educational attainment, depression diagnosis, concerns side effects, lack confidence efficacy, reliance on media information were positively associated Conversely, those having cardiovascular type 2 diabetes, generally adhering recommendations treating physician, previously received flu more than three doses vaccinations. Consequently, our findings could help develop strategies potentially reduce COPD.

Язык: Английский

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