Facilitators and barriers to COVID-19 vaccination among healthcare workers and the general population in Guinea.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The advent of the effective COVID-19 vaccine was the most eagerly expected worldwide. However, this hope quickly became hesitation and denial in many countries, including Guinea. Understanding the reasons for low vaccine coverage is essential to achieving herd immunity leading to disease control. This study aimed to comprehend the facilitators and barriers to the acceptance COVID-19 vaccine in Guinea.

Methods

The survey focused on healthcare workers (HCWs) and the general population (GP) in 4 natural regions in Guinea from 23 March 2021 to 25 August 2021. We used the Fishbein integration model to study the behaviours of HWCs and GP regarding vaccination. A mixed cross-sectional study collected knowledge, attitudes, norms, and perceptions. Regression and thematic

SUBMITTER: Toure AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9514191 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature