Interaction between age and health conditions in the intention to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in Thailand

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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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Influence of healthy lifestyle behaviors on life satisfaction in the aging population of Thailand: a national population-based survey

Sirinya Phulkerd et al.

Summary: The study found a significant association between life satisfaction in older people and regular physical activity and sufficient fruit and vegetable intake. Promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors, especially regular physical activity and sufficient fruit and vegetable intake, can improve the life satisfaction of older persons.

BMC PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Article Immunology

Predictors of intention to vaccinate against COVID-19: Results of a nationwide survey

Jeanette B. Ruiz et al.

Summary: The study found that COVID-19 vaccination intentions were low, with some respondents indicating they were unlikely to get vaccinated or unsure. Those most willing to vaccinate included men, older individuals, white non-Hispanic individuals, the affluent, and those with college education. Factors such as vaccine knowledge, perception of COVID-19, and political affiliation likely contribute to vaccination hesitancy.

VACCINE (2021)

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Article Health Care Sciences & Services

How New Models Of Vaccine Development For COVID-19 Have Helped Address An Epic Public Health Crisis

David E. Bloom et al.

Summary: The accelerated development of COVID-19 vaccines is attributed to unprecedented levels of resources, intense cooperation among public and private sectors across national borders, and innovation in technologies and processes. Similar approaches could be applied to future epidemics and global health challenges through public investment, cooperation models, and innovative technologies and processes.

HEALTH AFFAIRS (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 Vaccination Acceptance and Its Associated Factors Among a Middle Eastern Population

Walid A. Al-Qerem et al.

Summary: The study revealed a high level of vaccine refusal/hesitancy among Jordanians, primarily due to concerns over the use of vaccines and a lack of trust in them.

FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Willingness to vaccinate against COVID-19 among Bangladeshi adults: Understanding the strategies to optimize vaccination coverage

Minhazul Abedin et al.

Summary: While a significant proportion of Bangladeshi adults are willing to vaccinate against COVID-19, there is also hesitancy and refusal in certain groups, such as the elderly, rural residents, and slum dwellers. Efforts should be made to increase vaccine acceptance in these populations through tailored messaging and community outreach initiatives.

PLOS ONE (2021)

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Article Medicine, General & Internal

Public Perspectives on COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization

Govind Persad et al.

Summary: The study found that US adults broadly agreed with the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine's prioritization framework for COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Respondents endorsed prioritizing racial/ethnic communities that are disproportionately affected by COVID-19, and older respondents were significantly less likely to prioritize healthy people older than 65 years. This indicates the importance of considering various factors such as preventing the spread of COVID-19, preventing the most deaths, and protecting frontline workers when planning vaccine distribution.

JAMA NETWORK OPEN (2021)

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Article Immunology

Vaccine Acceptance and Its Influencing Factors: An Online Cross-Sectional Study among International College Students Studying in China

Anita Nyarkoa Walker et al.

Summary: The study found that the acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine among international students was low, with cues to action, perception of vaccine benefits, and barriers associated with acceptance. It is crucial to raise correct beliefs about the vaccine among the target group and adopt social strategies to trigger their intention to get vaccinated.

VACCINES (2021)

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Article Health Care Sciences & Services

Attitudes towards vaccines and intention to vaccinate against COVID-19: Implications for public health communications

Elise Paul et al.

Summary: This study identified predictors of negative attitudes towards vaccines and unwillingness to receive a COVID-19 vaccine among UK adults, with low-income groups, those who did not receive a flu vaccine last year, poor adherence to COVID-19 guidelines, female gender, and living with children being the most significant predictors of vaccine refusal. High levels of mistrust in vaccine benefit and concerns about future side effects were the most important determinants of vaccine uncertainty and unwillingness to vaccinate against COVID-19.

LANCET REGIONAL HEALTH-EUROPE (2021)

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Article Psychology, Clinical

How the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives: A study of psychological correlates across 59 countries

Elisabet Alzueta et al.

Summary: The study found that the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the mental health of the global adult population, with approximately one quarter reporting symptoms of depression and anxiety. Various factors such as economic conditions, COVID-19 exposure, quarantine measures, and life changes were identified as explaining the variance in these psychological symptoms.

JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (2021)

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Review Immunology