Knowledge, attitude, practice, and barriers among physicians in the Middle East and North Africa region toward influenza vaccination for the high-risk group of patients: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The influenza vaccine is a cost-effective measure to reduce morbidity and mortality, especially for high-risk patients. Healthcare providers have an essential role in patients' education about vaccines. This study aims to examine physicians' understanding, perceptions, and practices regarding influenza vaccination in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region for high-risk patients.

Methods

We conducted a multinational cross-sectional study in 21 countries in MENA region from July 10th to September 10th, 2023. Data were collected using an online self-administered survey distributed through different social media platforms. We used a valid questionnaire designed to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practice of physicians toward influenza vaccination. A mul

SUBMITTER: Saleh SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11959996 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature