Willingness to accept COVID-19 vaccine among the elderly and the chronic disease population in China

Article Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

A global survey of potential acceptance of a COVID-19 vaccine

Jeffrey V. Lazarus et al.

Summary: Survey data from 19 countries reveals varying attitudes towards acceptance of a COVID-19 vaccine, with trust in government being linked to vaccine confidence.

NATURE MEDICINE (2021)

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COVID-19 Vaccine: Promoting Vaccine Acceptance

Christine Laine et al.

ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE (2021)

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Article Immunology

Acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine based on the health belief model: A population-based survey in Hong Kong

Martin C. S. Wong et al.

Summary: The study found that the acceptance of COVID-19 vaccine is influenced by factors such as the Health Belief Model, trust in the healthcare system, new vaccine platforms and manufacturers, and self-reported health outcomes. Government recommendation is identified as the most significant driving factor for vaccine acceptance.

VACCINE (2021)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Psychological characteristics associated with COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and resistance in Ireland and the United Kingdom

Jamie Murphy et al.

Summary: Identifying and understanding COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy within distinct populations may aid future public health messaging. Using nationally representative data from the general adult populations of Ireland and the UK, the study found differences in vaccine hesitancy/resistance between the two countries but similarities in psychological constructs among resistant respondents. Vaccine-resistant individuals in both populations were less likely to obtain information from traditional and authoritative sources and had similar levels of mistrust in these sources compared to vaccine-accepting individuals.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

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Article Infectious Diseases

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and attitudes in Qatar: A national cross-sectional survey of a migrant-majority population

Majid Alabdulla et al.

Summary: This study found that 20% of the population in Qatar is hesitant towards the COVID-19 vaccine, with concerns around safety and long-term side effects being the main reasons. Citizens and females were more likely to be hesitant, and personal research was identified as an important factor in increasing confidence in vaccine acceptance.

INFLUENZA AND OTHER RESPIRATORY VIRUSES (2021)

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Review Medicine, General & Internal

Challenges in ensuring global access to COVID-19 vaccines: production, affordability, allocation, and deployment

Olivier J. Wouters et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic may not end globally until vaccines that protect against severe disease and drive herd immunity are widely distributed. While vaccines have been authorized for human use in many countries, achieving global control of COVID-19 requires not only licensed vaccines but also mass production, affordable pricing, global allocation, and wide local deployment.

LANCET (2021)

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Review Immunology

International estimates of intended uptake and refusal of COVID-19 vaccines: A rapid systematic review and meta-analysis of large nationally representative samples

Eric Robinson et al.

Summary: The global willingness to uptake COVID-19 vaccines is decreasing while refusal to vaccinate is increasing. Factors such as gender, age, lower income and education levels, and belonging to ethnic minority groups are associated with lower intentions to vaccinate.

VACCINE (2021)

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Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

An online survey of the attitude and willingness of Chinese adults to receive COVID-19 vaccination

Musha Chen et al.

Summary: The study found that the majority of Chinese adults were willing to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, with concerns about potential adverse effects. Domestic vaccines were preferred. Lack of confidence, complacency about health, vaccine risk, and attention frequency were the main factors influencing vaccine acceptance.

HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS (2021)

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Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology

Willingness of the general population to accept and pay for COVID-19 vaccination during the early stages of COVID-19 pandemic: a nationally representative survey in mainland China

Yutong Zhang et al.

Summary: The study investigated the willingness of Chinese adults to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and pay for vaccines, revealing a high willingness in the population. The findings offer important contributions for public health policy makers in formulating appropriate vaccination programs.

HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Willingness to Receive SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination and Associated Factors among Chinese Adults: A Cross Sectional Survey

Lin Gan et al.

Summary: More than half of Chinese adults are willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Middle-aged individuals with higher education, previous influenza vaccination, belief in vaccine effectiveness, and close attention to vaccine news are more likely to be vaccinated.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

COVID-19 Vaccination Intent, Perceptions, and Reasons for Not Vaccinating Among Groups Prioritized for Early Vaccination - United States, September and December 2020

Kimberly H. Nguyen et al.

MMWR-MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY WEEKLY REPORT (2021)

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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in a representative working-age population in France: a survey experiment based on vaccine characteristics

Michael Schwarzinger et al.

Summary: This study highlights that COVID-19 vaccine acceptance is influenced by the characteristics of new vaccines and national vaccination strategies, as well as factors such as gender, age, education level, and past vaccination history. In the working-age population in France, the outright vaccine refusal rate is approximately 29.4%, while vaccine hesitancy is influenced by vaccine characteristics and information on herd immunity benefits.

LANCET PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Article Immunology

The Changing Acceptance of COVID-19 Vaccination in Different Epidemic Phases in China: A Longitudinal Study

Jiahao Wang et al.

Summary: Public acceptance for COVID-19 vaccination in China remained high during different epidemic phases, but the intention for immediate vaccination declined significantly due to concerns about vaccine safety. Information about vaccination safety from authoritative sources, doctor's recommendations, and vaccination convenience were important in addressing vaccine hesitancy and promoting successful herd immunity for the general population in China.

VACCINES (2021)

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Article Infectious Diseases

Predictors of willingness to get a COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S

Bridget J. Kelly et al.

Summary: Most Americans were willing to get a COVID-19 vaccine, but several vulnerable populations reported low willingness. Public health efforts should address these gaps as national implementation efforts continue. Black respondents were less willing than White respondents to get vaccinated, while Hispanic respondents were more willing. Females, those without insurance, and some younger age groups were also less willing to get vaccinated.

BMC INFECTIOUS DISEASES (2021)

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Article Immunology

COVID-19 Vaccination Willingness among Chinese Adults under the Free Vaccination Policy

Rugang Liu et al.

Summary: China's free COVID-19 vaccination policy significantly increased vaccination willingness rate, with concerns about safety and side effects being primary reasons for hesitancy. Age, medical insurance, and vaccine safety were important determinants for both paid and free vaccine, while income, occupation, and vaccine effectiveness were specifically important for the free vaccine. Recommendations include targeting older individuals without medical insurance for intervention, and focusing on high-income groups and professional workers to improve vaccination willingness rate. Strengthening nationwide education and communication on vaccine safety and effectiveness is also advised for policymakers.

VACCINES (2021)

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Review Medicine, General & Internal

Working towards a comprehensive understanding of HPV and cervical cancer among Indigenous women: a qualitative systematic review

Sneha Sethi et al.

Summary: Indigenous populations face increased risk of HPV infections and associated cancers. This qualitative systematic review explores the experiences and barriers Indigenous women face in relation to HPV awareness, knowledge and cervical screening. A social ecological model has been proposed to better understand and address prevention efforts for HPV infection and associated cancers among Indigenous populations.

BMJ OPEN (2021)

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Article Environmental Sciences

Acceptability of COVID-19 Vaccines and Protective Behavior among Adults in Taiwan: Associations between Risk Perception and Willingness to Vaccinate against COVID-19

Feng-Jen Tsai et al.

Summary: The acceptance of COVID-19 vaccines among the Taiwanese public is lower compared to other high-income countries, with reasons for refusal including concerns over the Emergency Use Authorization process and side effects. Factors such as age and previous vaccine refusal experiences influence willingness to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Risk perception is positively associated with personal health protective behaviors but negatively associated with COVID-19 vaccine acceptance.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Willingness of the General Public to Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine During a Second-Level Alert - Beijing Municipality, China, May 2020

Rui Ma et al.

Summary: This report highlights the public willingness to receive future domestic COVID-19 vaccines, with vaccine confidence being a significant factor. There is a need to increase awareness among high-risk individuals and build public confidence in vaccines to encourage vaccination uptake.

CHINA CDC WEEKLY (2021)

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Article Health Policy & Services

Israel's rapid rollout of vaccinations for COVID-19

Bruce Rosen et al.

Summary: Israel has stood out for its rapid and effective COVID-19 vaccine rollout, with factors contributing to its success falling into categories of long-standing characteristics, health-system specific features, and recent efforts specific to the vaccination campaign. The synergy created among these facilitating factors has been crucial in Israel's success, distinguishing it from other high-income countries like the US, the UK, and Canada that have faced slower vaccine distribution due to lacking some of these factors.

ISRAEL JOURNAL OF HEALTH POLICY RESEARCH (2021)

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