Global caregiver perspectives on COVID-19 immunization in childhood cancer: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

SARS-CoV-2 has led to an unprecedented pandemic where vulnerable populations, such as those with childhood cancer, face increased risk of morbidity and mortality. COVID-19 vaccines are a critical intervention to control the pandemic and ensure patient safety. This study explores global caregiver's perspectives related to COVID-19 immunization in the context of pediatric cancer management.

Methods

A mixed methods survey was developed based on consensus questions with iterative feedback from global medical professional and caregiver groups and distributed globally to caregivers of childhood cancer via electronic and paper routes. We present qualitative findings through inductive content analysis of caregiver free-text responses.

Results

A total of 184 parti

SUBMITTER: Silverstein A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10027752 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature