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Understanding COVID-19 vaccine acceptance in Pakistan: an echo of previous immunizations or prospect of change?
Ahmed, Tehniat F; Ahmed, Affan; Ahmed, Sheharyar; Ahmed, Haadi U.
  • Ahmed TF; Department of Biochemistry, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
  • Ahmed A; Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
  • Ahmed S; Sindh Medical College, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan.
  • Ahmed HU; Sindh Medical College, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan.
Expert Rev Vaccines ; 20(9): 1185-1193, 2021 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1341074
ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND:

As countries ramp up their COVID-19 vaccination programs, attitudes of the population remain a determining player in the success of these plans. This study analyses the factors associated with intent to vaccinate against COVID-19 in the Pakistani population.

METHODOLOGY:

This cross-sectional, anonymous, online survey was carried out in April 2021. Participants' demographic details, experiences relating to COVID-19 and its vaccination, and their health beliefs were inquired and divided across Health Belief Model constructs. Multivariable regression was used to determine factors associated with a No/Not sure vs Yes response for vaccination intention.

RESULTS:

Of the 655 respondents, 62.0% were willing to get vaccinated. Significant predictors of a less likelihood of resisting vaccination included advanced age (AOR 0.25; 95% CI 0.07-0.88), fear of contracting COVID-19 (AOR 0.47; 95% CI 0.27-0.82), hope of preventing its spread (AOR 0.30; 95% CI 0.19-0.49), and community pressure (AOR 0.22; 95% CI 0.13-0.37). Concerns about vaccine reliability (AOR 2.75; 95% CI 1.67-4.53) and religious inhibitions (AOR 2.45; 95% CI 1.34-4.48) swayed people away from vaccination.

CONCLUSION:

Despite a reasonably good response of Pakistanis to vaccination, factors negatively influencing their intention need to be timely addressed to control this pandemic.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Mass Vaccination / Vaccination / Vaccination Refusal / COVID-19 Vaccines / COVID-19 Type of study: Observational study / Prognostic study / Qualitative research / Randomized controlled trials Topics: Vaccines Limits: Adult / Female / Humans / Male / Middle aged / Young adult Country/Region as subject: Asia Language: English Journal: Expert Rev Vaccines Journal subject: Allergy and Immunology Year: 2021 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 14760584.2021.1964963

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Mass Vaccination / Vaccination / Vaccination Refusal / COVID-19 Vaccines / COVID-19 Type of study: Observational study / Prognostic study / Qualitative research / Randomized controlled trials Topics: Vaccines Limits: Adult / Female / Humans / Male / Middle aged / Young adult Country/Region as subject: Asia Language: English Journal: Expert Rev Vaccines Journal subject: Allergy and Immunology Year: 2021 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 14760584.2021.1964963