Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Madeleine Waser, Raffael Heiss, Wegene Borena
Summary: An examination of parents' reasons for rejecting children's HPV vaccination and key predictors of vaccination intention reveals an overall acceptance rate of 81.9%. Fear of side effects, lack of information, and the perception that children are too young are the most common reasons for vaccine hesitancy. A high level of knowledge about HPV is associated with vaccine acceptance for female children, while negative attitude towards vaccination and reliance on online sources for information are linked to lower vaccine acceptance. Educational measures are needed to reduce misinformation and improve parents' attitude and knowledge about vaccination.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Review
Immunology
Mohamed Lounis, Abanoub Riad
Summary: In May 2022, human monkeypox (MPOX), a new zoonotic viral disease, emerged in multiple non-endemic countries. This literature review examined studies on MPOX-related knowledge, awareness, and vaccination attitudes. The results indicated inadequate levels of knowledge and awareness among certain groups. Vaccine hesitancy was common among healthcare professionals, except for Chinese healthcare professionals, with a vaccine acceptance rate of 90.1%. This review provides insights into the initial months of MPOX emergence and the evolution of knowledge, awareness, and vaccine hesitancy.
Article
Immunology
John Paul Fobiwe, Peter Martus, Brian D. Poole, Jamie L. Jensen, Stefanie Joos
Summary: Trust in institutions and democracy plays a significant role in COVID-19 vaccine acceptance. The study found that factors such as trust in institutions, trust in non-pharmaceutical interventions, and various demographic factors were associated with intent to vaccinate. History of influenza vaccination and satisfaction with democratic institutions were highly predictive of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance. Results also showed that social determinants of health and receiving the flu vaccine were predictors of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance.
Article
Immunology
Zlatko Nikoloski, Elnur Aliyev, Robert E. S. Bain, Leonardo Menchini, Sahar Hegazi, Mai Zalkha, Shaza Mouawad, Neha Kapil, Amaya M. M. Gillespie
Summary: Based on a survey of over 17,000 adults in Syria, this study finds that certain demographic and socioeconomic factors significantly impact vaccination coverage. Men, older individuals, and those with higher education and trust in healthcare authorities are more likely to be vaccinated. On the other hand, younger individuals, women, and those with lower education are more likely to refuse vaccination. Those who have a neutral attitude towards vaccines are more likely to be undecided, while those who refuse vaccination trust information from private doctors, clinics, social media, and the internet.
Article
Virology
Shimaa M. Saied, Eman M. Saied, Ibrahim Ali Kabbash, Sanaa Abd El-Fatah Abdo
Summary: Vaccine hesitancy is a challenge for achieving population immunity. A study among medical students in Egypt found that most students recognized the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine but had hesitancy due to concerns about adverse effects and ineffectiveness. Efforts are needed to reduce hesitancy and raise awareness about vaccinations to improve acceptance of COVID-19 vaccines.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL VIROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Li Ping Wong, Haridah Alias, Megat Mohamad Amirul Amzar Megat Hashim, Hai Yen Lee, Sazaly AbuBakar, Ivy Chung, Zhijan Hu, Yulan Lin
Summary: This study aims to assess the acceptance of COVID-19 vaccine among Muslims in Malaysia. The majority of participants expressed a definite or probable intent to receive the vaccine. Attitudes towards vaccination were found to be the strongest influencing factor, while religious health fatalism was not significantly associated with vaccination intent.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Ursula C. Patel, Thomas Schultz, Justin Schmidt
Summary: The study aimed to determine the association between receiving the COVID-19 vaccination and subsequent acceptance of the influenza vaccination in a Veteran population. The results showed that individuals who received the COVID-19 vaccination had significantly higher odds of receiving the influenza vaccination, indicating that COVID-19 vaccination may increase willingness to receive the influenza vaccine.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Masaki Machida, Takako Kojima, Helena Akiko Popiel, Mattis Geiger, Yuko Odagiri, Shigeru Inoue
Summary: This study aimed to develop the Japanese version of the 7C vaccination readiness scale and assess its validity and reliability. The results showed that the Japanese version exhibited good content validity, structural validity, configural invariance, and criterion validity. However, the calculation component may be less reliable.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INFECTION CONTROL
(2023)
Article
Immunology
William A. Fisher, Vladimir Gilca, Michelle Murti, Alison Orth, Hartley Garfield, Paul Roumeliotis, Emmanouil Rampakakis, Vivien Brown, John Yaremko, Paul Van Buynder, Constantina Boikos, James A. Mansi
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of a CME program on improving influenza immunization rates in children. Participants who interacted with CME-trained physicians had significantly higher vaccination rates compared to those with no CME training. Parents were more likely to choose an approved but publicly unfunded adjuvanted pediatric influenza vaccine after discussing it with CME-trained physicians. The CME intervention also improved physicians' knowledge, ability, and confidence levels.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Andrea Horvath
Summary: Varicella is a common vaccine-preventable disease that can have mild or severe complications, with significant burden in terms of incidence, complication rates, hospitalization rates, and economic impact. There are differences in varicella vaccination implementation and uptake between countries, and improving acceptance of the vaccine can reduce the burden on children's health and healthcare resources. Addressing specific issues related to varicella vaccination, through open and evidence-based communication, is essential for maintaining public trust in the vaccine.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Isabel King, Petra Heidler, Roy Rillera Marzo
Summary: The survey on vaccine acceptance showed that most respondents believe that the COVID-19 vaccine is an effective way to prevent and control the virus, but there is still some hesitancy. Doctor's recommendation greatly influences the decision-making process, and tailored vaccine information can support a higher vaccine coverage.
Article
Immunology
William A. Fisher, Vladimir Gilca, Michelle Murti, Alison Orth, Hartley Garfield, Paul Roumeliotis, Emmanouil Rampakakis, Vivien Brown, John Yaremko, Paul Van Buynder, Constantina Boikos, James A. Mansi
Summary: The attitudes and intentions of parents to vaccinate their infants with adjuvanted trivalent influenza vaccine are strongly correlated with their perception of vaccine safety, efficacy, and importance. The strength of clinician recommendation and social support also influence parental intentions to vaccinate. These findings are crucial for clinician education to ensure optimal seasonal pediatric influenza vaccination.
Article
Immunology
Shurong Hu, Jingwen Liu, Shuyan Li, Qiangqiang Wu, Xiaoying Wang, Dingting Xu, Yan Chen
Summary: This study investigated the awareness, willingness to vaccinate, and influencing factors of COVID-19 vaccine in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients. The results showed that IBD patients had a more cautious attitude towards COVID-19 vaccination, which may lead to a higher rate of vaccine hesitancy. Further efforts should be made to protect IBD patients from COVID-19 infections and achieve adequate vaccination coverage.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Immunology
William A. Fisher, Vladimir Gilca, Michelle Murti, Alison Orth, Hartley Garfield, Paul Roumeliotis, Emmanouil Rampakakis, Vivien Brown, John Yaremko, Paul Van Buynder, Constantina Boikos, James A. Mansi
Summary: This study aims to understand how the funding status influences parental perceptions of approved but unfunded vaccines and their intentions to vaccinate. The results show that the funding status strongly influences parents' beliefs about the necessity, safety, and efficacy of vaccination.
Article
Immunology
Yanqi Dong, Zonglin He, Taoran Liu, Jian Huang, Casper J. P. Zhang, Babatunde Akinwunmi, Wai-kit Ming
Summary: This study investigates the differences in hesitancy and preference towards COVID-19 vaccines in India and four European countries. The results suggest that while the acceptance rates are high in both regions, the vaccination coverage shows notable distinctions.