scholarly journals Prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in a Sample of Health Workers in Two Health Departments of the Valencian Community in Spain

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 66
Author(s):  
Kenan Rodríguez de Limia Ramírez ◽  
Nicolás Ruiz-Robledillo ◽  
José Luis Duró-Torrijos ◽  
Vicente García-Román ◽  
Natalia Albaladejo-Blázquez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Health Personnel ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
Infection Prevalence ◽  
Health Departments ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Group A

Health care personnel constitutes the most vulnerable group of professionals, as they are employed in a work context with higher exposure to SARS-CoV-2 infection. This study aims to estimate the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infection in health personnel (n = 2858) of two health departments in the Valencian community between March 2020 and April 2021, as well as the sociodemographic and work variables predicting higher infection prevalence in this group. A cross-sectional descriptive study was performed on health workers from the health departments of Torrevieja and Elche-Crevillente of the Valencian Community (Spain). After obtaining the samples, the cases were identified through an active infection diagnostic test (AIDT). The analyzed variables were: sex, age (18–34/35–49/>50 years), professional category, health care, risk service, and AIDT. A total of 2858 staff members were studied. Of them, 55.4% (1582) underwent an AIDT, with 9.7% (277) of positive cases. Infection predominated in the age group of 18 to 34 years, 12.6% (OR = 1.98, 95% CI [1.26, 3.11]); nurses, 12.1% (OR = 1.5, 95% CI [1.00, 2.23]); and at-risk services, 11.4% (OR = 1.3, 95% CI [1.06, 1.81]). A very low positivity rate was identified in the health personnel linked to the health departments analyzed during the 14 months of the study period. Based on our results, prevention strategies could focus more intensively on the most at-risk groups, specifically young nurses who work in at-risk services, mainly in emergency and internal medicine.

scholarly journals Mental health, compliance with measures and health prospects during the COVID-19 epidemic: the role of health literacy

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lize Hermans ◽  
Stephan Van den Broucke ◽  
Lydia Gisle ◽  
Stefaan Demarest ◽  
Rana Charafeddine
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Prevalence Ratio ◽  
Physical Distance ◽  
Poor Mental Health ◽  
Infection Prevalence ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Normal Life ◽  
Low Health Literacy

Abstract Background The importance of health literacy in dealing with the COVID-19 epidemic has been emphasized but scarcely addressed empirically. In this study, the association of health literacy with mental health, compliance with COVID-19 preventive measures and health prospects was assessed in a Belgian context. Methods Data were extracted from the third of a series of cross-sectional online COVID-related surveys (n = 32,794). Data collection took place for 1 week starting the 28th of May 2020. People residing in Belgium and aged 18 years or older could participate. Data were collected on sociodemographic background, health literacy, multimorbidity, mental health (depression, anxiety, sleeping disorder, vitality), knowledge about COVID-19, compliance with COVID-19 measures (hygiene, physical distance, covering mouth and nose on public transport and in places where physical distance cannot be respected), and health prospects (risk for health when returning to normal life and possibility of infection). Prevalence Ratio (PR) of poor mental health, non-compliance with the measures and health prospects in relation to health literacy were calculated using Poisson regressions. Results People showing sufficient health literacy were less likely to suffer from anxiety disorders (PR = 0.47, 95% CI = [0.42–0.53]), depression (PR = 0.46, 95% CI = [0.40–0.52]) and sleeping disorders (PR = 0.85, 95% CI = [0.82–0.87]), and more likely to have optimal vitality (PR = 2.41, 95% CI = [2.05–2.84]) than people with low health literacy. They were less at risk of not complying with the COVID-19 measures (PR between 0.60 and 0.83) except one (covering mouth and nose in places where physical distance cannot be respected). Finally, they were less likely to perceive returning to normal life as threatening (PR = 0.70, 95% CI = [0.65–0.77]) and to consider themselves at risk of an infection with COVID-19 (PR = 0.75, 95% CI = [0.67–0.84]). The associations remained significant after controlling for COVID-19 knowledge and multimorbidity. Conclusions These results suggest that health literacy is a crucial factor in managing the COVID-19 epidemic and offer a perspective for future studies that target health literacy in the context of virus outbreaks.

scholarly journals Sarcopenia and Malnutrition Screening in Female Osteoporosis Patients—A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 2344
Author(s):  
Franca Genest ◽  
Dominik Rak ◽  
Elisa Bätz ◽  
Kerstin Ott ◽  
Lothar Seefried
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mineral Density ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Functional Deficits ◽  
Complementary Approach ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Patients At Risk ◽  
Not At Risk

Sarcopenia and malnutrition are important determinants of increased fracture risk in osteoporosis. SARC-F and MNA-SF are well-established questionnaires for identifying patients at risk for these conditions. We sought to evaluate the feasibility and potential added benefit of such assessments as well as the actual prevalence of these conditions in osteoporosis patients. We conducted a cross-sectional, single-center study in female osteoporosis patients ≥ 65 years (SaNSiBaR-study). Results of the sarcopenia (SARC-F) and malnutrition (MNA-SF) screening questionnaires were matched with a functional assessment for sarcopenia and data from patients’ medical records. Out of 107 patients included in the analysis, a risk for sarcopenia (SARC-F ≥ 4 points) and a risk for malnutrition (MNA-SF ≤ 11 points) was found in 33 (30.8%) and 38 (35.5%) patients, respectively. Diagnostic overlap with coincident indicative findings in both questionnaires was observed in 17 patients (16%). As compared to the respective not-at-risk groups, the mean short physical performance battery (SPPB) score was significantly reduced in both patients at risk for sarcopenia (7.0 vs. 10.9 points, p < 0.001) and patients at risk for malnutrition (8.7 vs. 10.5 points, p = 0.005). Still, confirmed sarcopenia according to EWGSOP2 criteria was present in only 6 (6%) of all 107 patients, with only 3 of them having an indicative SARC-F score. Bone mineral density was not significantly different in any of the at-risk groups at any site. In summary, applying SARC-F and MNA-SF in osteoporosis patients appears to be a complementary approach to identify individuals with functional deficits.

scholarly journals Conflict styles observed in doctors and nurses in health care organization

2011 ◽  
Vol 64 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 262-266 ◽  
Author(s):  
Branislava Brestovacki ◽  
Dragana Milutinovic ◽  
Tomislav Cigic ◽  
Vera Grujic ◽  
Dragana Simin
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Health Care Organization ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Care Organization ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Conflict Styles ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Doctors And Nurses

Introduction. Health care workers often come into conflict situations while performing their daily activities. People behave differently when they come into conflicts and they are usually not aware of their own reactions. The aim of this paper was to establish the presence of conflict styles among health workers and the differences in relation to demographic characteristics (education, working experience, managerial position). Material and Methods. The research was done as a cross-sectional study and through surveys. The conflict handling questionnaire was used as the research instrument. The questionnaire contained 30 statements arranged in five dimensions of conflict styles. The sample included one hundred nurses and fifty-five doctors. Results. The research showed that accommodating was the most often used conflict style. There was no significant difference in styles of managerial and non-managerial staff, but there was a significant difference in the styles adopted by doctors and nurses. It should be noted that nurses used avoiding and accommodating conflict styles much more often. Conclusion. It is important to increase the awareness of conflict existence and the possibility of solving the problem constructively in order to achieve more efficient duty performance.

scholarly journals Corona virus fear among health workers during the early phase of pandemic response in Nepal: a web-based cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pratik Khanal ◽  
Navin Devkota ◽  
Minakshi Dahal ◽  
Kiran Paudel ◽  
Shiva Raj Mishra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Family Member ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Early Phase ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Factors Associated

AbstractBackgroundHealth workers involved in COVID-19 response might be at risk of developing fear and psychological distress. This study aimed to identify factors associated with COVID-19 fear among health workers in Nepal during the early phase of pandemic.MethodsA web-based cross-sectional survey was conducted in the month of April-May 2020 among 475 health workers directly involved in COVID-19 management. The Fear Scale of COVID 19 (FCV-19S) was used to measure the status of fear. Scatter plots were used to observe the relationship between fear and other psychological outcomes: anxiety, depression and insomnia. Multivariable logistic regression was done to identify factors associated with COVID fear.ResultsCOVID-19 fear score was moderately correlated with anxiety and depression, and weakly correlated with insomnia (p<0.001). Nurses (AOR=2.29; 95% CI: 1.23-4.26), health workers experiencing stigma (AOR=1.83; 95% CI: 1.12-2.73), those working in affected district(AOR=1.76; 95% CI: 1.12-2.77) and presence of family member with chronic diseases (AOR=1.50; 95% CI: 1.01-2.25) was associated with higher odds of developing COVID-19 fear as compared to other health workers, health workers not experiencing stigma, working in non-affected district and not having family member with chronic diseases respectively.ConclusionNurses, health workers facing stigma, those working in affect district and having family member with chronic diseases were more at risk of developing COVID-19 fear. It is thus recommended to improve work environment to reduce fear among health workers, employ stigma reduction interventions, and ensure personal and family support for those having family member with chronic diseases.

scholarly journals FRAILTY AND CONSTELLATIONS OF FACTORS IN AGING HIV-INFECTED AND UNINFECTED WOMEN - THE WOMEN’S INTERAGENCY HIV STUDY

2016 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
D.R. GUSTAFSON ◽  
Q. SHI ◽  
M. THURN ◽  
S. HOLMAN ◽  
H. MINKOFF ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Frailty Index ◽  
Accelerated Aging ◽  
Early Death ◽  
Infection Prevalence ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Moderate Drinking ◽  
Hiv Women

Background: Biological similarities are noted between aging and HIV infection. Middle-aged adults with HIV infection may present as elderly due to accelerated aging or having more severe aging phenotypes occurring at younger ages. Objectives: We explored age-adjusted prevalence of frailty, a geriatric condition, among HIV+ and at risk HIV- women. Design: Cross-sectional. Setting: The Women’s Interagency HIV Study (WIHS). Participants: 2028 middle-aged (average age 39 years) female participants (1449 HIV+; 579 HIV-).Measurements: The Fried Frailty Index (FFI), HIV status variables, and constellations of variables representing Demographic/health behaviors and Aging-related chronic diseases. Associations between the FFI and other variables were estimated, followed by stepwise regression models. Results: Overall frailty prevalence was 15.2% (HIV+, 17%; HIV-, 10%). A multivariable model suggested that HIV infection with CD4 count<200; age>40 years; current or former smoking; income ≤$12,000; moderate vs low fibrinogen-4 (FIB-4) levels; and moderate vs high estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) were positively associated with frailty. Low or moderate drinking was protective. Conclusions: Frailty is a multidimensional aging phenotype observed in mid-life among women with HIV infection. Prevalence of frailty in this sample of HIV-infected women exceeds that for usual elderly populations. This highlights the need for geriatricians and gerontologists to interact with younger ‘at risk’ populations, and assists in the formulation of best recommendations for frailty interventions to prevent early aging, excess morbidities and early death.

scholarly journals LegionellaAntibodies in a Danish Hospital Staff with Known Occupational Exposure

2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Rudbeck ◽  
S. Viskum ◽  
K. Mølbak ◽  
S. A. Uldum
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Blood Donors ◽  
Reference Group ◽  
Hospital Staff ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Hospital Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Staff Members ◽  
Antibody Titres ◽  
Antibody Levels

Although legionnaires' disease frequently is acquired in health care institutions, little is known about the occupational risk ofLegionellainfection among health care workers. The aim of the present cross-sectional study was to analyse antibody levels among exposed hospital workers and to determine the correlation between antibodies toLegionellaand self-reported symptoms. The study included 258 hospital employees and a reference group of 708 healthy blood donors. Hospital workers had a higher prevalence ofLegionellaantibody titres (1 : 128) than blood donors (odds ratio 3.4; 95% CI 2.4–4.8). Antibody levels were not higher among staff members at risk of frequent aerosol exposure than among less exposed employees. There was no consistent association between a history of influenza-like symptom complex and the presence of antibodies. The results indicate that hospital workers have a higher risk ofLegionellainfections than the general population. However, since no excess morbidity was associated with seropositivity, mostLegionellainfections may be asymptomatic.

scholarly journals Psychological impact of COVID -19 pandemic on frontline health care workers in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
pp. 22-29
Author(s):  
Mohammad Shamsul Ahsan ◽  
Suman Ahmed ◽  
Rubaiya Khan ◽  
Md Mahbubul Hasan ◽  
Ananya Kar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Post Traumatic ◽  
Insomnia Symptoms

This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and insomnia symptoms among frontline health workers during the corona virus disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic in Bangladesh and to compare these between medical and allied health workers. We conducted a cross-sectional survey between June and August 2020. A total of 479 health care professionals participated in the study. Anxiety and depression were measured using Patient Health Questionnaire-4 (PHQ-4), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was measured by primary care post-traumatic stress disorder score (PC-PTSD score), and insomnia was measured by Insomnia Severity Index (ISI). We performed logistic regression to assess risk factors associated with psychological symptoms. Overall, prevalence of anxiety, depression, PTSD and insomnia symptoms were 17.6%, 15.5%, 7.6% and 5.9%, respectively. Compared to allied health workers, doctors had significantly higher prevalence of symptoms of anxiety: doctor versus allied health care worker; 21.1% vs 06%, (OR= 4.19; 95% CI= 1.88-9.35; p <0.001); depression: 18% vs 6.8%, (OR= 2.99; 95% CI= 1.40-6.42; p 0.005); PTSD: 9.4% vs 1.7%, (OR= 5.96; 95% CI= 1.41-25.11; p 0.015) and insomnia: 7.4% vs 0.9%, (OR= 9.22; 95% CI= 1.24-68.4; p 0.03),respectively. The logistic regression analysis showed pre-existing medical illness as a predictor of anxiety (OR= 2.85; 95% CI= 1.71-4.76; p <0.001) and depressive symptoms (OR= 2.29; 95% CI= 1.39-3.77; p 0.001). Working more than 6(six) weeks in COVID-19 dedicated hospitals was significantly associated with PSTD symptoms (OR= 2.83; 95% CI= 1.35-5.93; p 0.006) and insomnia (OR= 2.63; 95% CI= 1.15-6.02; p 0.022). Our study demonstrated a high prevalence of symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and insomnia among Bangladeshi frontline health workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. BSMMU J 2021; 14 (COVID -19 Supplement): 22-29

scholarly journals Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Kunjungan Antenatal Care Terhadap Perilaku Antenatal Care

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 67-76
Author(s):  
Puji Astuti Wiratmo ◽  
Lisnadiyanti ◽  
Nurkamilia Sopianah
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Correlation Design

Introduction: Antenatal Care (ANC) is an effort to detect the occurrence of high risk in pregnant women. However, ANC non-compliance was still found due to several factors. Aim of study: This study aims to determine factors that influence ANC visits to ANC behavior at Puskesmas Pasar Rebo East Jakarta. Method: This study used a descriptive correlation design with a cross-sectional survey. Data analysis used Spearman's rho with 117 respondents. Results and Discussion: The results showed that there are some factors that influence ANC visits to ANC behavior, including age with a correlation value (r = 0.419), a p-value of 0.000; education with a correlation value (r = 0.425), p-value of 0.000; jobs with a correlation value (r = 0.279), p-value of 0.002; income with a correlation value (r = 0.407), p-value of 0.000; knowledge with a correlation value (r = 0.409), p-value of 0.000; husband / family support with a correlation value (r = 0.417), p-value of 0.000; attitude with a correlation value (r = 0.597), p-value of 0.000 (<0.05). Irregularity in carrying out ANC has a bad impact on pregnant women because they are not aware of the risk factors that may occur to the mother and her fetus and can not be detected early on the disease suffered by pregnant women. Conclusion: The conclusion of this study is nurses as health workers need to increase their role as educators and health care provider to pregnant women and their families about the importance of ANC to reduce maternal mortality and monitor the state of the fetus.

scholarly journals Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Pemanfaatan Pelayanan Kesehatan Peduli Remaja (PKPR) oleh Remaja Sekolah di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Bondowoso

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Citra Al Karina ◽  
Christyana Sandra ◽  
Yennike Tri Herawati
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Fisher's Exact Test ◽  
Perceived Need ◽  
Fisher’S Exact Test ◽  
Forward Stepwise ◽  
Multistage Sampling

Abstract PKPR is a program developed since 2003 at the primary care level aimed as well as for access by teenagers to improve the health status of adolescents since. PKPR implemented since 2007 in 11 health centers in the regency and already strata. Visit data utilization in the 15-19 age PKPR, KIE activities amounted to 14.26%; health care amounted to 76.75%; and counseling by 1.71%; as well as with the achievements of PKPR utilization of 92.72% (33 224 adolescents) who has yet to reach the expected target is equal to 100%.The purpose of this study to analyze the factors that affect the utilization PKPR by school adolescents (15-19 years) in the working area of ​​the regency health centers in 2019. This research is an analytic research with cross sectional design where data collection is done at one time. The research samples 96 adolescent proportioned Tlogosari health center, tamanan and Maesan the regency with the technique multistage sampling, Data were obtained through a questionnaire and documentation study. Data was analyzed using statistical test of chi-square or fisher's exact test and logistic regression in the form forward with a significance level α = 0.05. The results showed that the statistical chi-square test and Fisher's exact test for the predisposing characteristics, namely there is no influence of age (p = 0.554); gender (p = 0.853); level of education (p = 0.348); and knowledge (p = 0.584). Enabling characteristics of no effect, the ownership of health insurance (p = 0.784) and accessibility to health care (p = 1.000); and there are significant variables is the availability of health workers (p = 0.002) and health care (p = 0.000), the competence of health professionals (p = 0.002), and the time/speed of service (p = 0.012). Factors needs (perceived need) no effect (p = 1.000). The test results of multivariate logistic regression with forward stepwise method (likelihood ratio) is the most influential factor on the utilization PKPR is not available health facilities (p = 0.045) and less competent health workers (p = 0.001).   Keywords: PKPR program, utilization PKPR, youth, access   Abstrak PKPR ialah suatu program yang dikembangkan sejak tahun 2003 di tingkat puskesmas yang ditujukan serta untuk diakses oleh remaja guna meningkatkan status kesehatan remaja sejak. PKPR dilaksanakan sejak tahun 2007 pada 11 puskesmas di Kabupaten Bondowoso dan sudah strata. Data kunjungan pemanfaatan PKPR usia 15-19 tahun pada kegiatan KIE sebesar 14,26%; pelayanan kesehatan sebesar 76,75%; dan konseling sebesar 1,71%; serta dengan capaian pemanfaatan PKPR sebesar 92,72% (33.224 remaja) yang masih belum mencapai target yang diharapkan yaitu sebesar 100%. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis faktor yang mempengaruhi pemanfaatan PKPR oleh remaja sekolah (15-19 tahun) di wilayah kerja puskesmas Kabupaten Bondowoso tahun 2019. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian analitik dengan desain cross sectional dimana pengambilan data dilakukan pada satu waktu. Sampel penelitian 96 remaja yang diproporsikan pada Puskesmas Tlogosari, Tamanan dan Maesan Kabupaten Bondowoso dengan teknik multistage sampling. Data diperoleh melalui angket  kuesioner dan studi dokumentasi. Analisis data dilakukan dengan uji statistik chi-square atau fisher’s exact test dan regresi logistik berupa forward dengan tingkat signifikansi α = 0,05.  Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa uji statistik chi-square dan fisher’s exact test untuk karakteristik predisposisi tidak terdapat pengaruh yaitu umur (p=0,554); jenis kelamin (p=0,853); tingkat pendidikan (p=0,348); dan pengetahuan (p=0,584). Karakteristik enabling tidak terdapat pengaruh yaitu kepemilikan asuransi kesehatan (p=0,784) dan aksesibilitas menuju pelayanan kesehatan (p=1,000); serta variabel yang terdapat pengaruh ialah ketersediaan tenaga kesehatan (p=0,002) dan fasilitas kesehatan (p=0,000), kompetensi tenaga kesehatan (p=0,002), dan waktu/kecepatan pelayanan (p=0,012). Faktor kebutuhan (perceived need) tidak terdapat pengaruh (p=1,000). Hasil uji multivariat regresi logistik dengan metode forward stepwise (likelihood ratio) faktor yang paling berpengaruh terhadap pemanfaatan PKPR adalah tidak tersedia fasilitas kesehatan (p=0,045) dan tenaga kesehatan kurang kompeten (p=0,001).   Kata Kunci: program PKPR, pemanfaatan PKPR, remaja, akses

scholarly journals Knowledge of Healthcare Workers on Immunization: New and Under-utilized and Perception towards Future Vaccines

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 202-207
Author(s):  
AM Jibo ◽  
RS Karaye ◽  
AU Gajida ◽  
AA Abulfathi
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Vaccine Coverage ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Vaccine Uptake ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Care Workers

Nigeria is making effort to address the child mortality burden by increasing vaccine coverage rates, yet the vaccine coverage falls short of 90% target. Scaling up of new and under-used vaccines to 90% coverage could save more than 600,000 Nigerian children. Healthcare givers knowledge of vaccine used for immunization is essential to increase the vaccine uptake rates. This study assesses the knowledge of routine, underutilized and future vaccines among health workers. A cross sectional descriptive study was done among health care workers at a tertiary health facility in Nigeria. Using a pre-tested semi structured interviewer administered questionnaire, 220 respondents were selected by cluster sampling technique. The health workers’ knowledge of these vaccines was assessed using a scale developed for the study. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS version 22.The mean age of the respondents was 31.9 + 5.7 years . Doctors and nurses formed more than half of the respondents, 51.8% (n=114). About three quarters of respondents 72.3% (n=159) had good knowledge of vaccines used in routine immunizations. Knowledge of under-utilized and future vaccine was low with less than a fifth 18.6% (n=41) and one tenth 9.1% (n=20) having good knowledge scores respectively. Similarly, poor perception scores of future vaccines were observed in 90.1% (n=218) of the respondents. Only marital status was associated with knowledge of underutilized vaccines (p<0.05) and no association was observed between other sociodemographic variables and knowledge of these vaccines (P>0.05). The awareness level of health care workers on routine immunization is high. Their knowledge and perception of under-utilized and future vaccines were however low. There is, therefore, need for more training and retraining of health care workers on the vaccines.

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