Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Giorgia Della Polla, Grazia Miraglia del Giudice, Lucio Folcarelli, Annalisa Napoli, Italo Francesco Angelillo
Summary: This study examines the willingness of healthcare workers to receive a second booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and identifies the factors that influence their decision. The findings show that a portion of healthcare workers are willing to receive the second booster dose in order to protect their family members and patients. However, some healthcare workers are hesitant due to concerns about the dose's efficacy against emerging variants and potential side effects. The study also reveals that younger age, being a physician, and a positive attitude towards the booster dose are associated with a higher likelihood of recommending the booster dose to patients.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Piotr Rzymski, Barbara Poniedzialek, Andrzej Fal
Summary: The study found that the majority of surveyed Poles are willing to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, with main concerns being the side effects from previous vaccinations, the opinion that further vaccinations are unnecessary, and existing safety uncertainties. Factors such as older age, obesity, chronic diseases, history of influenza vaccination, and pre/post-vaccination SARS-CoV-2 infections were more likely to influence individuals' attitudes towards receiving a booster dose.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Hui Jun Zhou, Lei Pan, Hui Shi, Ji Wei Luo, Pei Wang, Hannah K. Porter, Ye Bi, Minghui Li
Summary: This study assessed the willingness to pay (WTP) for and willingness to vaccinate (WTV) with the COVID-19 vaccine booster dose in China. It found that the WTV rate was high, and factors such as place of residence, vaccination status, household income, perceived benefit of vaccination, and environmental peer pressure influenced the WTP. These findings can inform policymakers in designing vaccination programs and financial schemes.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Peng-jun Lu, Anup Srivastav, Kushagra Vashist, Carla L. Black, Jennifer L. Kriss, Mei-Chuan Hung, Lu Meng, Tianyi Zhou, David Yankey, Nina B. Masters, Hannah E. Fast, Hilda Razzaghi, James A. Singleton
Summary: The CDC recommends a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for all adults >18 years of age. Analysis of data from the National Immunization Survey-Adult COVID Module showed that booster dose coverage among fully vaccinated adults increased from 25.7% in November 2021 to 63.4% in March 2022. Disparities in coverage were observed among different racial/ethnic groups and other factors. Tailored strategies are needed to educate the public and reduce disparities in COVID-19 vaccination coverage.
EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Guido Bendezu-Quispe, Brenda Caira-Chuquineyra, Daniel Fernandez-Guzman, Diego Urrunaga-Pastor, Percy Herrera-Anazco, Vicente A. Benites-Zapata
Summary: Sociodemographic characteristics and a history of having had COVID-19 were associated with the probability of not having received the booster dose for COVID-19 in the Peruvian population.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Najim Z. Z. Alshahrani, Iman Ridda, Harunor Rashid, Faris Alzahrani, Lujain Mohammed Bin Othman, Hassan Ali Alzaydani
Summary: This study investigated the willingness of the Saudi public to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose and identified the factors that influenced their willingness. The results showed that 86.8% of the respondents were willing to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose. Age, marital status, and prior receipt of an influenza vaccine were significantly associated with the willingness to receive the booster dose, while having a bachelor's degree or above and not following COVID-19 news were associated with a lower intention to receive the boosters.
Article
Immunology
Jakub Wronski, Bozena Jaszczyk, Leszek Roszkowski, Anna Felis-Giemza, Krzysztof Bonek, Anna Kornatka, Magdalena Plebanczyk, Tomasz Burakowski, Barbara Lisowska, Brygida Kwiatkowska, Wlodzimierz Maslinski, Malgorzata Wislowska, Magdalena Massalska, Marzena Ciechomska, Ewa Kuca-Warnawin
Summary: Patients with inflammatory arthritis show lower humoral and cellular responses after receiving the COVID-19 booster vaccine compared to healthy controls. Immunomodulatory drugs may impact the immune response post booster vaccination.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Liling Chen, Haiyu Liang, Li Liu, Wenji Qiu, Liuhui Su, Haomin Yang
Summary: A study explored the association between adverse events from COVID-19 vaccination, psychological status, and willingness to receive a booster dose. Previous adverse events were found to be related to anxiety in participants, but not to their willingness for a booster dose. Participants aged <= 25 were less willing to receive the booster, highlighting the need for public education to improve vaccination willingness, especially among young people.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Bethlehem Mengesha, Asen G. Asenov, Bruria Hirsh-Raccah, Offer Amir, Orit Pappo, Rabea Asleh
Summary: Vaccination with mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 has been linked to the risk of myocarditis, particularly in young males following the second dose. However, the third dose has shown efficacy in reducing infections and severe illness, with a significant number of individuals vaccinated in Israel.
Article
Immunology
Petros Galanis, Irene Vraka, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Theodoros Katsoulas, Theodoros Mariolis-Sapsakos, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: According to an online cross-sectional study, 62% of the participants were willing to receive a second COVID-19 booster dose or a new COVID-19 vaccine, 25.8% were unsure, and 12.3% were unwilling to be vaccinated. The main reasons for vaccine hesitancy were concerns about side effects and effectiveness, as well as the belief that further vaccination is unnecessary. Males, younger individuals, those without a previous COVID-19 diagnosis, and those with good/very good self-perceived physical health were more likely to be willing to receive a booster dose or a new vaccine.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jung Eun Kim, Sunmi Lee, Hee-Sung Kim
Summary: The study emphasizes the importance of age-specific vaccination prioritization strategies for reducing morbidity and mortality caused by COVID-19, considering different age groups and comorbidities. It highlights the need for effective vaccination strategies in living with the pandemic.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Walid Al-Qerem, Abdel Qader Al Bawab, Alaa Hammad, Jonathan Ling, Fawaz Alasmari
Summary: This study investigated the attitude of Jordanians towards COVID-19 booster shots and analyzed the factors influencing their decision. The results showed that nearly half of the participants intended to get the booster dose, while the lack of scientific proof, recent vaccination, and previous infection were the main reasons for vaccine hesitancy.
Article
Immunology
Petros Galanis, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Panayota Sourtzi, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Theodoros Katsoulas, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: COVID-19 booster doses are necessary for high-risk groups such as nurses to reduce the impact of the pandemic and promote public health. A study in Greece found that COVID-19-related burnout decreased nurses' willingness to receive booster vaccinations, while social support partially mediated this relationship. Among the nurses surveyed, 37.1% were very likely to get vaccinated, 34.4% were uncertain, and 28.6% were very unlikely to get vaccinated with a booster dose. Increasing social support can help mitigate the negative effects of burnout and improve booster vaccination willingness.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Abdul Moeed, Hala Najeeb, Arisha Saleem, Muhammad Sohaib Asghar, Hania Mansoor Rafi, Abdullah Khan Khattak, Zoha Bilal, Binyam Tariku Seboka
Summary: This study assessed the willingness of the vaccinated population in Pakistan to receive a COVID-19 vaccine booster dose and identified predictors and factors of willingness and hesitance. The results showed suboptimal willingness levels, with the absence of comorbidities being a predictor of willingness and unwillingness to pay for the booster dose being a predictor of hesitance. Public health policymakers should conduct awareness campaigns to address misconceptions and strategize vaccination efforts.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Arianna Pani, Alessandra Romandini, Alice Schianchi, Michele Senatore, Oscar M. Gagliardi, Gianluca Gazzaniga, Stefano Agliardi, Tommaso Conti, Paolo A. Schenardi, Matteo Maggi, Stefano D'Onghia, Valentina Panetta, Silvia Renica, Silvia Nerini Molteni, Chiara Vismara, Daniela Campisi, Michaela Bertuzzi, Simona Giroldi, Laura Zoppini, Mauro Moreno, Marco Merli, Marco Bosio, Massimo Puoti, Francesco Scaglione
Summary: This study evaluated the increase in antibody titers 14 days after the booster dose of BNT162b2. The results showed a potent universal antibody response regardless of pre-booster vaccine seronegativity.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Petros Galanis, Irene Vraka, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Theodoros Katsoulas, Theodoros Mariolis-Sapsakos, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: This study aims to assess vaccine hesitancy among nurses regarding the second COVID-19 booster dose or new COVID-19 vaccine and explore potential predictors of hesitancy. The results showed a significant percentage of nurses being hesitant towards the second dose or new COVID-19 vaccine, which could pose a barrier to controlling the pandemic. It is important to communicate COVID-19 vaccine science in a way that is accessible to nurses in order to decrease hesitancy.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Panayota Sourtzi, Daphne Kaitelidou, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Petros Galanis
Summary: The willingness of high-risk populations to take the influenza vaccine for the 2022-2023 season was assessed in Greece. A cross-sectional study was conducted using demographic characteristics, COVID-19-related variables, resilience, social support, anxiety, depression, and COVID-19-related burnout as predictors. Only 39.4% of participants were willing to accept the vaccine, with age and family support being associated with increased willingness. The study highlights the low intention of high-risk populations to receive the influenza vaccine and suggests the need for emphasis on safety and effectiveness.
Article
Immunology
Petros Galanis, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Panayota Sourtzi, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Theodoros Katsoulas, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: COVID-19 booster doses are necessary for high-risk groups such as nurses to reduce the impact of the pandemic and promote public health. A study in Greece found that COVID-19-related burnout decreased nurses' willingness to receive booster vaccinations, while social support partially mediated this relationship. Among the nurses surveyed, 37.1% were very likely to get vaccinated, 34.4% were uncertain, and 28.6% were very unlikely to get vaccinated with a booster dose. Increasing social support can help mitigate the negative effects of burnout and improve booster vaccination willingness.
Article
Immunology
Petros Galanis, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Panayota Sourtzi, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Theodoros Katsoulas, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: COVID-19-related burnout is negatively associated with vaccination intention, while resilience has a positive direct effect on vaccination intention and mediates the relationship between burnout and intention. Policymakers should address COVID-19-related burnout issues and enhance booster adoption by strengthening psychosocial resources such as resilience.
Article
Immunology
Petros Galanis, Irene Vraka, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Eleftheria Zogaki, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: Understanding the factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine uptake in pregnant women is crucial. A study found that doubts about vaccine safety and effectiveness, fear of harm to the fetus, and fear of adverse side effects were the main reasons why pregnant women were not vaccinated.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
E. Kleanthous, E. Vangelou, A. Georgiadou, P. Galanis, E. Andreadaki, C. Tzavara, D. Kaitelidou, G. Kallergis
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown policies have had a significant psychological impact on the global population. This study assessed the stress levels and coping strategies during the initial stage of the COVID-19 outbreak and found that using functional coping strategies can be beneficial in protecting the population from adverse psychological outcomes.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF TRAUMA & DISSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Thalia Bellali, Polyxeni Liamopoulou, Savvato Karavasileiadou, Noura Almadani, Petros Galanis, George Kritsotakis, Georgios Manomenidis
Summary: This study aimed to explore the factors influencing healthcare workers' vaccination against seasonal influenza, including intention, motivation, and empowerment. The results showed that age, intention score, MoVac-flu scale score, and the presence of chronic diseases were significant predictors of vaccination. These findings can be used as a guide to increase vaccination rates among healthcare workers.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Olga Siskou, Petros Galanis, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Panagiotis Stafylas, Iliana Karagkouni, Evangelos Tsampalas, Dafni Garefou, Helen Alexopoulou, Anastasia Gamvroula, Maria Lypiridou, Ioannis Kalliontzakis, Anastasia Fragkoulaki, Aspasia Kouridaki, Argyro Tountopoulou, Ioanna Kouzi, Sofia Vassilopoulou, Efstathios Manios, Georgios Mavraganis, Anastasia Vemmou, Efstathia Karagkiozi, Christos Savopoulos, Gregorios Dimas, Athina Myrou, Haralampos Milionis, Georgios Siopis, Hara Evaggelou, Athanasios Protogerou, Stamatina Samara, Asteria Karapiperi, Nikolaos Kakaletsis, George Papastefanatos, Stefanos Papastefanatos, Panayota Sourtzi, George Ntaios, Konstantinos Vemmos, Eleni Korompoki, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: The study aims to measure the one-year total cost of strokes and investigate the value of stroke care. The findings reveal the significant burden of stroke on the society and emphasize the importance of reorganizing stroke care and promoting cost-effective interventions.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Vasiliki Georgousopoulou, Antonis Voutetakis, Petros Galanis, Freideriki Eleni Kourti, Afroditi Zartaloudi, Ioannis Koutelekos, Evangelos Dousis, Dimitrios Kosmidis, Sotiria Koutsouki, Despoina Pappa, Michael Igoumenidis, Chrysoula Dafogianni
Summary: In 1989, the United Nations adopted the UNCRC, which includes several articles related to the health status of children. Assessing the implementation of children's rights during hospitalization is crucial for child protection. A cross-sectional study revealed that healthcare professionals have limited knowledge of children's rights, and the health system has significant weaknesses in procedures, services, infrastructure, and complaint recording.
MEDICINA-LITHUANIA
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Theodoula Adamakidou, Eleni Ntempeli, Petros Galanis, Alexandra Mantoudi, Christos Kleisiaris, Marianna Mantzorou, Afroditi Zartaloudi, Chrysoula Tsiou, Paraskevi Apostolara
Summary: This study aimed to explore the attitudes, knowledge, and practices of community nurses towards evidence-based practice (EBP). The results showed that community nurses had a high level of knowledge/skills and positive attitudes towards EBP, while the level of EBP practice was moderate. Higher educational level was positively associated with EBP practice and knowledge/skills. Increasing knowledge/skills was associated with more positive attitudes and better practice of EBP.
Article
Nursing
Petros Galanis, Ioannis Moisoglou, Aglaia Katsiroumpa, Irene Vraka, Olga Siskou, Olympia Konstantakopoulou, Evangelia Meimeti, Daphne Kaitelidou
Summary: Nurses experience high levels of job burnout and low levels of job satisfaction, and the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the situation. This study found that nurses had higher levels of burnout and lower satisfaction compared to other healthcare workers. The nursing profession was identified as an independent factor influencing burnout and satisfaction, while various demographic and job characteristics also played a role.
