Correlates of Meningococcal B Vaccination and Health Behavior Profiles Among MSM in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccination offers protection against invasive meningococcal disease and moderate cross-protection against gonorrhea. However, little is known about coverage and behavioral correlates among men who have sex with men (MSM) in China. This study assessed self-reported MenB vaccination uptake and its associations with sociodemographic and behavioral factors.

Methods

We conducted a nationwide cross-sectional survey among 1022 MSM recruited via community-based organizations and online platforms. Vaccination status and recent sexual behaviors were self-reported. Logistic regression identified correlates of uptake, and latent class analysis (LCA) examined behavioral profiles.

Results

Participants had a mean age of 29.6 years; most were unmarr

SUBMITTER: Li R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12474423 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature