Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Grazia Miraglia del Giudice, Lucio Folcarelli, Annalisa Napoli, Francesco Corea, Italo Francesco Angelillo, Collaborative Working Grp Collaborative Working Grp
Summary: The study found that COVID-19 vaccine uptake is low among pregnant women, mainly due to concerns about potential side effects on the fetus. However, there is a high willingness to receive the vaccine during pregnancy, especially among women with a university degree. This highlights the need for enhanced public health efforts and education campaigns to support gynecologists in promoting vaccination.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Naomi Catharine Alys Whyler, Khai Lin Kong, Sushena Krishnaswamy, Michelle Giles
Summary: This study investigates the reasons behind the lower uptake of influenza vaccination among pregnant women outside of influenza season. It reveals a lack of understanding about influenza infection rates during non-influenza season, concerns about safety when receiving multiple vaccinations during pregnancy, and the absence of healthcare provider recommendations for vaccination outside of influenza season. These findings can help improve public health education targeted at pregnant women and healthcare providers to increase influenza vaccine uptake.
AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Stefania Bruno, Lorenza Nachira, Leonardo Villani, Viria Beccia, Andrea Di Pilla, Domenico Pascucci, Gianluigi Quaranta, Brigida Carducci, Antonietta Spadea, Gianfranco Damiani, Antonio Lanzone, Bruno Federico, Patrizia Laurenti
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on pregnant women's knowledge, beliefs, and trust in vaccination and healthcare services. The findings suggest that the pandemic may have positively influenced pregnant women's knowledge and perceptions about vaccines, but had a slight negative impact on their trust in healthcare services.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Raquel Giacomelli Cao, Lisa Christian, Zhaohui Xu, Lisa Jaramillo, Bennett Smith, Erik A. Karlsson, Stacey Schultz-Cherry, Asuncion Mejias, Octavio Ramilo
Summary: Influenza vaccination in pregnant women led to upregulation of interferon-stimulated genes on day 1 and plasma cell genes on day 7, which were significantly correlated with increased antibody titers. Compared to non-vaccinated women, those vaccinated during the previous influenza season showed more frequent significant correlations between ISGs and antibody titers.
JOURNAL OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Wing Lam Cheung, Jessica Y. P. Law
Summary: The study revealed that a minority of pregnant women in Hong Kong were aware that pertussis vaccination can be given during pregnancy, but over 80% expressed willingness to receive the vaccine. Healthcare professionals' recommendations were found to be a key factor influencing women's decision on vaccination uptake.
JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Shahira Shahid, Shafi Kalhoro, Hajra Khwaja, Mohammad Asif Hussainyar, Junaid Mehmood, Muhammad Farrukh Qazi, Abdinasir Abubakar, Shaza Mohamed, Wasiq Khan, Fyezah Jehan, Muhammad Imran Nisar
Summary: Despite WHO's recommendation, influenza vaccination coverage among high-risk groups remains suboptimal in Afghanistan. This study examined the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of seasonal influenza vaccine uptake among pregnant women and healthcare workers. Findings showed low awareness among pregnant women but a significant intention to receive the vaccine, while healthcare workers had a high level of vaccine intention but low vaccination rates. Accessibility, cost, and fear of side effects were identified as barriers. Efforts should be made to address knowledge gaps, improve accessibility, and address cost-related issues to increase vaccination coverage among priority groups in Afghanistan.
INFLUENZA AND OTHER RESPIRATORY VIRUSES
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Phiona Nalubega, Emilie Karafillakis, Lydia Atuhaire, Pamela Akite, Flavia Zalwango, Tracey Chantler, Madeleine Cochet, Janet Seeley, Kirsty Le Doare
Summary: The study found that pregnant women, community leaders, and some healthcare workers have limited knowledge of maternal immunization, with confusion over vaccine concepts. Many pregnant women do not receive vaccines due to mistrust of the government, reliance on traditional medicine, religious beliefs, fear of side effects, and logistical issues. The key facilitators of maternal vaccination include a desire to prevent diseases, positive influences from healthcare workers, and information about vaccine side effects.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Carmen S. Arriola, Piyarat Suntarattiwong, Fatimah S. Dawood, Giselle Soto, Prabir Das, Danielle R. Hunt, Chalinthorn Sinthuwattanawibool, Kunal Kurhe, Mark G. Thompson, Meredith G. Wesley, Siddhartha Saha, Danielle Hombroek, Tana Brummer, Wanitchaya Kittikraisak, Surasak Kaoiean, Joan Neyra, Candice Romero, Archana Patel, Savita Bhargav, Vaishali Khedikar, Shikha Garg, Joshua A. Mott, Oswaldo Gonzales, Santiago Cabrera, Richard Florian, Seema Parvekar, Krissada Tomyabatra, Amber Prakash, Yeny O. Tinoco
Summary: The study found significant differences in knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to influenza and influenza vaccination among pregnant women in three selected countries. Despite sociodemographic variations, most participants across sites believed in the safety and effectiveness of influenza vaccination. Receipt of influenza vaccine during pregnancy was strongly associated with factors like household income, number of antenatal visits, and healthcare provider recommendation. These findings suggest targeted interventions are needed to improve influenza vaccine uptake among pregnant women in these settings.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Narendar Kumar, Fatima Ahmed, Muhammad Sauban Raza, Pushp Lata Rajpoot, Wajiha Rehman, Shoaib Alam Khatri, Mustapha Mohammed, Shaib Muhammad, Rabbiya Ahmad
Summary: This study aimed to explore knowledge, attitude, perceptions, and willingness regarding vaccination among university students in Pakistan. The majority of the respondents had average knowledge and neutral attitudes towards monkeypox. The study revealed a significant association between knowledge of monkeypox and the type of academic degree, study discipline, and region of respondents. The findings emphasize the need to raise public awareness and educate students on monkeypox virus to improve adherence to preventative recommendations.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Heba A. A. Ibrahim, Mohammed A. A. Alshahrani, DaifAllah D. Al-Thubaity, Samiha H. H. Sayed, Sultan A. A. Almedhesh, Wafaa T. T. Elgzar
Summary: This study explores the associated factors of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) intention among pregnant women. The findings suggest that occupational status, BF knowledge, and attitude are important predictors of EBF intention. Interventions targeting these factors can help improve EBF intention and promote behavior change for successful breastfeeding.
Article
Immunology
Grazia Miraglia del Giudice, Vincenza Sansone, Francesca Airoma, Silvia Angelillo, Francesca Licata, Gabriella Di Giuseppe
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate pregnant women's awareness of RSV infection and willingness to receive the vaccine, as well as their willingness to vaccinate their newborn against RSV in southern Italy. The results showed that some women were highly concerned about the possibility of their newborn acquiring RSV infection, and some women had a high perceived utility of a future RSV vaccine administered during pregnancy. However, only a minority of women were willing to be vaccinated during pregnancy, while the majority were willing to vaccinate their newborn.
Article
Immunology
Awad Mohammed Al-Qahtani, Basheerahmed Abdulaziz Mannasaheb, Mohammed Ashique K. Shaikh, Sarah Abdulrahman Alajlan, Mohammed Saeed Z. Alayed, Ibrahim Ahmed Shaikh, Syed Mohammed Basheeruddin Asdaq, Faisal Saeed Al-Qahtani, Eisa Yazeed Ghazwani, Nasser Saeed Al-Qahtani, Bayan Fuad Abbag
Summary: This study investigated parental willingness to vaccinate their children against COVID-19 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and its relationship with attitude, barriers, facilitators, and sources of knowledge. The study found that more than half of parents exhibited vaccination hesitancy, and parents with higher monthly income, healthcare professionals, and children with chronic conditions were more ready to vaccinate their children. The novelty of the vaccine and the lack of reliable information about its safety and effectiveness were the primary reasons for not vaccinating.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mariam Alsanafi, Nesreen A. Salim, Malik Sallam
Summary: Vaccination can help reduce the burden of HPV infections and related cancers. A study in female students at the University of Kuwait found a low willingness to get HPV vaccination and an association with vaccine conspiracy beliefs. This highlights the importance of addressing vaccine hesitancy in promoting HPV vaccination to reduce the burden of HPV cancers.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Feng Jiang, Ning Tang, Yuanxue Gao, Jun Feng, Ying Wang, Bin Qu
Summary: Pregnant women in Guizhou province have limited knowledge on pertussis and influenza, but their willingness to be vaccinated against these conditions is similar. It is important to strengthen knowledge and awareness on pertussis and advocate for vaccinations at birth.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Francesco Paolo Bianchi, Pasquale Stefanizzi, Sabrina Lattanzio, Giusy Diella, Cinzia Annatea Germinario, Silvio Tafuri
Summary: Pregnant women and new mothers have low awareness and compliance with recommended vaccinations for vaccine-preventable diseases. Efforts should be made to raise awareness and improve vaccination rates in this population.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Hui-Chi Li, Hsiu-Hung Wang, Fan-Hao Chou, Kuei-Min Chen
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION
(2015)
Article
Psychiatry
Pei-Ling Tang, Hsiu-Hung Wang, Fan-Hao Chou
Article
Nursing
Pei-Ling Tang, Deborah K. Mayer, Fan-Hao Chou, Kuan-Yin Hsiao
ARCHIVES OF PSYCHIATRIC NURSING
(2016)
Article
Nursing
Hsin-Mei Ho, Ying-Hua Tseng, Yu-Mei Hsin, Fan-Hao Chou, Wei-Ting Lin
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2016)
Article
Nursing
Mei-Li Cheng, Ying-Hua Tseng, Eric Hodges, Fan-Hao Chou
JOURNAL OF TRANSCULTURAL NURSING
(2018)
Article
Nursing
Pei-Yu Lee, Fan-Hao Chou
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2017)
Review
Nursing
Mei-Hui Wu, Shu-Ming Chang, Fan-Hao Chou
JOURNAL OF TRANSCULTURAL NURSING
(2018)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Pei-Ling Tang, Hsiu-Hung Wang, Huey-Shyan Lin, Wen-Shan Liu, Lih-Mih Chen, Fan-Hao Chou
JOURNAL OF PAIN AND SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT
(2018)
Article
Nursing
Yung-Mei Yang, Shih-Huai Hsiao, Fan-Hao Chou, Levi Hou, Shu-Li Lee, Yu-Hua Lin
JOURNAL OF TRANSCULTURAL NURSING
(2016)
Article
Nursing
Mei-Chun Liu, Shih-Hsien Kuo, Fan-Hao Chou, Te-Fu Chan, Yi-Hsin Yang
Article
Nursing
Kuei-Lin Liao, Yu-Tung Huang, Shih-Hsien Kuo, Wei-Ting Lin, Fan-Hao Chou, Pi-Ling Chou
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING STUDIES
(2019)
Article
Nursing
Yueh-Chu Peng, Fan-Hao Chou
JNP- THE JOURNAL FOR NURSE PRACTITIONERS
(2019)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ching-Feng Huang, Fan-Hao Chou, Chia-Hao Chang, Su-Er Guo
Summary: This preliminary study examined the associations between Body Mass Index (BMI), body image, perceived stress, mental health, dietary habits, and exercise participation among 310 female college nursing students. The study found that BMI correlated with body image, but not with diet, exercise, stress, and mental health. The underweight group had the highest satisfactory score on appearance evaluation, while there was no difference between the overweight and obese groups. Attention should be given to underweight, overweight, obesity, high perceived stress, and poor mental health among nursing students.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ying-Hua Tseng, Noreen Esposito, Shih-Hsien Kuo, Fan-Hao Chou, Mei-Li Cheng