COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy in Australian Patients with Solid Organ Cancers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Vaccination is the cornerstone of the global public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Excess morbidity and mortality of COVID-19 infection is seen in people with cancer. COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy has been observed in this medically vulnerable population, although associated attitudes and beliefs remain poorly understood.

Methods

An online cross-sectional survey of people with solid organ cancers was conducted through nine health services across Australia. Demographics, cancer-related characteristics and vaccine uptake were collected. Perceptions and beliefs regarding COVID-19 vaccination were assessed using the Oxford COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Scale, the Oxford COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence and Complacency Scale and the Disease Influenced Vaccine Acceptanc

SUBMITTER: Bain N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9503648 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature