International healthcare workers' experiences and perceptions of the 2022 multi-country mpox outbreak.

ABSTRACT: In May 2022, the most widespread outbreak of sustained transmission of mpox outside of countries historically affected countries in Western and Central Africa occurred. We aimed to examine the personal and clinical experiences of international healthcare workers (HCWs) during this public health emergency. We conducted an international cross-sectional survey study between August and October 2022, examining the experiences and perceptions of HCWs clinically involved in the 2022 mpox response. Respondents were recruited via an international network of sexual health and HIV clinicians responding to mpox and promoted through clinical associations and social media. Survey domains included: clinical workload; preparedness; training and support at work; psychological well-being and vaccination. 72

SUBMITTER: Apea V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11828417 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature