Italian oncologists and vaccinations against infectious diseases: Results of a survey of the Italian Association of Medical Oncology.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients with cancer present a higher risk of vaccine-preventable diseases. Recommended vaccinations are the most cost-effective measure to reduce the risk of transmission and related complications. Nevertheless, vaccination rates are inadequate. Oncologists have a central role in tailored vaccine communication to their patients. We present the results of a survey conducted by AIOM in 2022, focusing on the perception of the problem by oncologists.

Materials and methods

An anonymous 31-item online questionnaire was shared on 15 September 2022 on the AIOM website. The objectives of this survey were to examine the perception of Italian oncologists on vaccine-preventable diseases and the main available vaccines, their attitude towards recommending vaccines and the COV

SUBMITTER: Lasagna A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10851644 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature