Richard B Yapi, Guillaume B Y Zamina, Martial Bama, Yao M R Amani, Francis Kakooza, Suzan Nakasendwa, Tonny Muwonge, Rodgers R Ayebare, Leah Mbabazi, Agnes Kiragga, Senga Sembuche, Elizabeth Gonese, Tamrat Shaweno, Nebiyu Dereje, Mosoka P Fallah, Tajudeen Raji, Issaka Tiembré
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Abstract
Background: Vaccine hesitancy hinders COVID-19 control, especially among healthcare workers (HCWs).
Aim: This study examined factors influencing COVID-19 vaccine uptake and hesitancy among HCWs in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
Setting: The study was conducted among healthcare workers in Abidjan, the capital city of Côte d'Ivoire.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from May 2023 to June 2023 in Abidjan. A total of 240 HCWs completed a questionnaire on vaccination attitudes, hesitancy factors and willingness to recommend vaccines. Descriptive statistics and modified Poisson regression estimated adjusted prevalence ratios (aPR) at a 95% confidence interval.
Results: Among participants, 57.5% were female, with a median age of 40 years (IQR: 33-45). HCWs included physicians (26.7%), nurses/midwives (22.5%) and pharmaceutical staff (19.2%). They worked in teaching hospitals (23.3%), general hospitals (30.8%) and community hospitals (45.8%). Vaccine uptake was 73.3%, with 53.3% fully vaccinated and only 4.6% receiving a booster dose. However, 42.1% exhibited vaccine hesitancy, mainly due to concerns about side effects (52.2%). While 55.0% would recommend the vaccine, only 46.3% felt confident addressing patient questions. Age was positively correlated with vaccine uptake: HCWs aged 35-44 years, 45-54 years and 55-65 years were 1.60, 1.68 and 1.78, respectively times more likely to be vaccinated, respectively, compared to those aged 22-34 years.
Conclusion: Vaccine hesitancy (25%) and low booster uptake (4.6%) highlight the need for targeted education and pharmacovigilance. Strengthening HCWs vaccine knowledge and trust is essential for epidemic control.
Contribution: This study underscores the importance of Ministry of Health-led interventions to improve HCWs vaccination rates in Africa.
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The Journal of Public Health in Africa (JPHiA) is a peer-reviewed, academic journal that focuses on health issues in the African continent. The journal editors seek high quality original articles on public health related issues, reviews, comments and more. The aim of the journal is to move public health discourse from the background to the forefront. The success of Africa’s struggle against disease depends on public health approaches.
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