Negative attitude of health care workers towards childhood vaccination program

Vaccine ◽  
2005 ◽  
Vol 23 (48-49) ◽  
pp. 5459-5460
Author(s):  
B.R. Panhotra ◽  
A.K. Saxena
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Childhood Vaccination ◽  
Vaccination Program ◽  
Care Workers

scholarly journals Survey of Behaviour Attitudes Towards Preventive Measures Following COVID-19 Vaccination

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniella Rahamim-Cohen ◽  
Sivan Gazit ◽  
Galit Perez ◽  
Barak Nada ◽  
Shay Ben Moshe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Public Policy ◽  
Policy Change ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Vaccination Program ◽  
Behavior Changes ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Preventive Behaviour

Following the widespread vaccination program for COVID-19 carried out in Israel, a survey was conducted to preliminarily assess behavior changes in the vaccinated population, prior to the expected upcoming policy change as to mask wearing and social distancing regulation in Israel. 200 people answered at least one question pertaining to preventive behaviour. Among the respondents, 21.1% reported a decrease in mask wearing compared to 47.3% who reported a decrease in social distancing. There was no difference in these measures between the sexes. However, people under the age of 50 were more likely to decrease mask wearing (28.1%) and decrease social distancing (56.1%), as compared with people over the age of 50 (17.2% and 41.8%, respectively). Among health care workers, there was a minimal decrease in mask wearing (1/23 people) compared to a more widespread decrease in social distancing (10/23). These data suggest that preventive attitudes change following COVID-19 vaccination, with less adherence to social distancing as compared to mask wearing, and should be taken into account when planning public policy in the future.

scholarly journals Towards understanding vaccine hesitancy and vaccination refusal in Austria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anja Bauer ◽  
Daniel Tiefengraber ◽  
Ursula Wiedermann
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Disease Prevention ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Communicable Disease ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Vaccine Hesitancy ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Coverage Rates ◽  
Mandatory Vaccination

SummaryIn Austria, data on vaccine hesitancy is scarce. Available studies suggest around 1-11% of parents refuse vaccination, while many more are hesitant and consider refraining from some but not all of the recommended vaccinations. However, the key drivers for vaccine hesitancy in Austria are largely unknown. To learn more about vaccination coverage, attitude towards and knowledge around immunization as well as views on mandatory vaccination, we conducted a survey in a rural Austrian lay population including adults and children. Two paper-based questionnaires, one for adults 16 years or older and one for children aged 6-15 years, were developed, then sent to all houses of a rural community in Austria as well as handed out at the local primary and middle school, respectively. Self-reported coverage rates of children and adults were found to be low. Within the surveyed population 3% of children had never been or do not get vaccinated. More than half (57%) of the survey participants had a positive attitude towards vaccines, 21% were without reserves, 16% were found skeptical and 5% had a generally negative attitude. Knowledge about immunization in general was poor. Younger adults and people with secondary education appear to be most skeptical and negative towards vaccination. Children’s attitudes were closely linked to those of their parents. The major concern around vaccination in adults was fear of side effects. In adults, 54.2% support mandatory vaccination for Health Care Workers and 20.7% are against it. 39% of adults and 37% of children wanted more information on vaccination, preferably provided by physicians. Knowledge about disease prevention by vaccination should be improved and children could also benefit from an early age-appropriate vaccine education to strengthen health literacy. Physicians are the most trusted source of health information. Medical doctors should be aware of their very important role in transmitting trusted health information. This should include an up-to-date education in communicable disease prevention and immunization during their whole medical career. Furthermore, the curricula of health-care workers may need to be improved and harmonized concerning prevention and vaccination.

scholarly journals Analysis of COVID-19 Prevention Practices on Health Care Workers in Three Hospitals in Palembang

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 205-216
Author(s):  
Tamarakha Yumna ◽  
Nur Alam Fajar ◽  
Rico Januar Sitorus
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Influencing Factor ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Care Workers

The COVID-19 pandemic is a global concern. In this case, Health Care Workers (HCW) are at the front lines in dealing with the pandemic as they provide diagnosis, care, and treatment. However, their duties have directly placed them at the most at risk of infection. Mitigation and risk reduction are crucial for safeguarding HCWs' health as it prevents the spread of COVID-19. This research aimed to find out the practice of COVID-19 prevention and the correlation among practice and knowledge, attitudes, and personality traits of HCW in Palembang. A cross-sectional study was conducted between May and July 2021 on 255 HCW who have direct contact with patients. The number of respondents per hospital is taken proportionally according to the portion of HCW in each selected hospital. The instrument consisted of demographic variables, knowledge, attitudes, and practices. It proves that it is reliable with Cronbach's alpha value of 0.7. The researchers used descriptive statistics, chi-square, and logistic regression. Overall, 65.2% of participants had good knowledge, 60% had a positive attitude, and 53.3% had good practice. Education (p-value 0.022) and attitude (p-value 0.000) of HCW were all influencing factor in practice. HCW who have a negative attitude are 5.413 times more to have bad practices than those who have a positive attitude (p-value<0.001;PR=5.413). However, training for HCW and further research are recommended to analyze the availability of personal protective equipment, adequate facilities, hospital policies, or other factors that can influence and motivate the practice of HCW.

scholarly journals Attitude of Jordanian Health Care Workers Toward Surrogacy

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rami Saadeh ◽  
Nancy Abdulrahim ◽  
Mahmoud Alfaqih ◽  
Yousef Khader
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cultural Changes ◽  
Commercial Surrogacy ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Job Titles

Materials and methods: Three municipalities in Jordan were randomly selected, one from each region: north, south and central of Jordan. A total of: four public hospitals, three private hospitals, one university hospital, 40 health centers and 40 private clinics were included in the study. Healthcare workers in the selected facilities were randomly approached using a self– administered questionnaire to collect data. Distributions of attitude by gender, job title, and physician’s specialty were used to describe participants’ attitude toward surrogacy. Results: Responses of 382 participants were reported, of whom, 230 (60.2%) were females. Three in every four participants didn’t support legalizing surrogacy in Jordan. Majority reported negative attitude toward commercial surrogacy (85.1%) and noncommercial surrogacy (76.4%). Religious considerations were the main reason (71.1%) for the attitude toward surrogacy. Most items describing attitude toward surrogacy were significantly distributed across different job titles: nurses, medical doctors, and other healthcare workers (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Negative attitude among health care workers toward surrogacy was mainly driven by religious beliefs. However, there are core cultural changes in the community which might alter the attitude toward surrogacy in the future.

scholarly journals Pertussis Vaccination for Health Care Workers

2008 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 426-434 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas J. Sandora ◽  
Courtney A. Gidengil ◽  
Grace M. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
The United States ◽  
Childhood Vaccination ◽  
Vaccination Programs ◽  
Health Care Settings ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Adolescents And Adults ◽  
The Impact

SUMMARY Pertussis, an acute respiratory infection caused by Bordetella pertussis, classically manifests as a protracted cough illness. The incidence of pertussis in the United States has been increasing in recent years. Immunity wanes after childhood vaccination, leaving adolescents and adults susceptible to infection. The transmission of pertussis in health care settings has important medical and economic consequences. Acellular pertussis booster vaccines are now available for use and have been recommended for all adolescents and adults. These vaccines are safe, immunogenic, and effective. Health care workers are a priority group for vaccination because of their increased risk of acquiring infection and the potential to transmit pertussis to high-risk patients. Health care worker vaccination programs are likely to be cost-effective, but further research is needed to determine the acceptability of pertussis vaccines among health care workers, the duration of immunity after booster doses, and the impact of vaccination on the management of pertussis exposures in health care settings.

scholarly journals A case study of an influenza vaccination program for health care workers in Vietnam

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nga T. Ha ◽  
Thoa T. M. Nguyen ◽  
Tung X. Nguyen ◽  
Phu D. Tran ◽  
Hang M. Nguyen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Influenza Vaccination ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Vaccination Program ◽  
Care Workers

scholarly journals Health care workers experiences in emergency obstetric care following implementation of an in-service training program: case of 2 Referral Hospitals in Botswana

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-58
Author(s):  
Ludo Nkhwalume ◽  
Yohana Mashalla
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Community Involvement ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Emergency Obstetric Care ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Referral Hospitals ◽  
Service Training

Background: Maternal mortality rate remains a challenge in many developing countries. Objectives: This study explored experiences of Health Care Workers on Emergency Obstetrics Care (EMOC) in-service training and its effect on maternal mortality. Methods: Descriptive qualitative study design was conducted using in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Par- ticipants were EMOC trained midwives and doctors purposively selected from the 2 referral hospitals in the country. Data were transcribed verbatim, coded, and analysed using Grounded Theory approach. Results: Four themes emerged including training, EMOC implementation, maternal death factors and EMOC prioritisation. The duration of training was viewed inadequate but responsiveness to and confidence in managing obstetric emergencies improved post EMOC training. Staff shortage, HCWs non-adherence and negative attitude to EMOC guidelines; delays in instituting interventions, inadequate community involvement, minimal or no health talk to women and their partners and communities on sexual reproductive matters and non-prioritisation of EMOC by authorities were concerns raised. Conclusion: Strengthening health education at health facility levels, stakeholders’ involvement; and prioritising EMOC in-service training are necessary in reducing the national maternal mortality. Keywords: Maternal mortality; health care workers; EMOC, in-service training.

scholarly journals Health care workers experiences in emergency obstetric care following implementation of an in-service training program: case of 2 Referral Hospitals in Botswana

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. 51-58
Author(s):  
Ludo Nkhwalume ◽  
Yohana Mashalla
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Community Involvement ◽  
Negative Attitude ◽  
Emergency Obstetric Care ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Referral Hospitals ◽  
Service Training

Background: Maternal mortality rate remains a challenge in many developing countries. Objectives: This study explored experiences of Health Care Workers on Emergency Obstetrics Care (EMOC) in-service training and its effect on maternal mortality. Methods: Descriptive qualitative study design was conducted using in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Par- ticipants were EMOC trained midwives and doctors purposively selected from the 2 referral hospitals in the country. Data were transcribed verbatim, coded, and analysed using Grounded Theory approach. Results: Four themes emerged including training, EMOC implementation, maternal death factors and EMOC prioritisation. The duration of training was viewed inadequate but responsiveness to and confidence in managing obstetric emergencies improved post EMOC training. Staff shortage, HCWs non-adherence and negative attitude to EMOC guidelines; delays in instituting interventions, inadequate community involvement, minimal or no health talk to women and their partners and communities on sexual reproductive matters and non-prioritisation of EMOC by authorities were concerns raised. Conclusion: Strengthening health education at health facility levels, stakeholders’ involvement; and prioritising EMOC in-service training are necessary in reducing the national maternal mortality. Keywords: Maternal mortality; health care workers; EMOC, in-service training.

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