Determinants of associated events following AZD1222 (Covishield) vaccination in a high-risk population in Nepal.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Vaccination is the most effective method to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and helps reduce mortality rate and economic costs associated with the pandemic. Despite these advantages, misinformation on vaccine safety and efficacy can lead to increased hesitation towards vaccination. This study reports the incidence of adverse events following Covishield vaccination, their associated factors, medication used for their management, and attitudes about vaccine safety.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted from the sample of Covishield-vaccinated individuals from a secondary hospital, two primary health centres, and 36 health posts in eastern Nepal. Individuals (n = 602) were randomly sampled from a population (n = 1013) who had received the first dose

SUBMITTER: Poudel KM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9062853 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature