COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia
Objectives To determine uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine and identify the associated factors among health professionals in major cities of the Amhara region in Ethiopia.Design Institution-based, cross-sectional study.Setting The study was conducted from July to September 2022 across 40 health centres...
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| author | Tesfahun Taddege Geremew Mezgebu Yitayal Girum Meseret Ayenew Mastewal Worku Taye Zeru Desalew Salew Melashu Balew Shiferaw Molalign Tarekegn Betelihem Belete Abreham Amsalu Demeke Endalamaw Seid Legesse Hassen Gizew Dessie Asres Belay Bezabih Gizachew Yismaw |
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| description | Objectives To determine uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine and identify the associated factors among health professionals in major cities of the Amhara region in Ethiopia.Design Institution-based, cross-sectional study.Setting The study was conducted from July to September 2022 across 40 health centres and 13 hospitals, representing 10 major cities within the Amhara region.Participants 1251 participants, all of whom were vaccine-eligible health professionals, were selected using a systematic random sampling procedure.Outcome measures The level of vaccine uptake in the study was determined by the proportion of health professionals who had received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.Results 1251 health professionals participated, with 848 (67.8%) reporting that they had received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Key findings from the multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that health professionals aged 46 years and older were four times more likely to be vaccinated (95% CI, 1.656 to 9.510), married participants were 1.4 times more likely to take the vaccine (95% CI, 1.010 to 1.933) and those with good knowledge of COVID-19 vaccines were 1.75 times more likely to get vaccinated (95% CI, 1.307 to 2.331). Additionally, participants with a positive attitude towards vaccination were 3.65 times more likely to have received a vaccine (95% CI, 2.753 to 4.732).Conclusions The study reveals a commendable level of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among health professionals, emphasising their critical role in public health initiatives. However, the observed disparities in vaccination rates indicate the need for targeted interventions to improve vaccine coverage, particularly among younger professionals and those with limited knowledge of the vaccine. Addressing these gaps requires the implementation of tailored educational programmes that enhance understanding of COVID-19 vaccines. Furthermore, fostering positive attitudes through targeted campaigns, workplace-based initiatives and peer influence, particularly among younger and unmarried professionals, will be crucial. Encouraging vaccinated professionals to share their experiences and establishing regular follow-ups will also be essential strategies to improve vaccine acceptance and coverage in the region. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-8f5eef6aa2a74acf85a1fc9927844da02025-08-20T03:18:50ZengBMJ Publishing GroupBMJ Open2044-60552025-04-0115410.1136/bmjopen-2024-090048COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, EthiopiaTesfahun Taddege Geremew0Mezgebu Yitayal1Girum Meseret Ayenew2Mastewal Worku3Taye Zeru4Desalew Salew5Melashu Balew Shiferaw6Molalign Tarekegn7Betelihem Belete8Abreham Amsalu9Demeke Endalamaw10Seid Legesse Hassen11Gizew Dessie Asres12Belay Bezabih13Gizachew Yismaw14Public Health Emergency Management Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Services Management and Health Economics, University of Gondar, Gondar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaBahir Dar University College of Medical and Health Sciences, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaBahir Dar University College of Medical and Health Sciences, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaPublic Health Emergency Management Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaMedical Laboratory Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaAmhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaHealth Research Development Directoret, Amhara Public Health Institute, Bahir Dar, EthiopiaObjectives To determine uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine and identify the associated factors among health professionals in major cities of the Amhara region in Ethiopia.Design Institution-based, cross-sectional study.Setting The study was conducted from July to September 2022 across 40 health centres and 13 hospitals, representing 10 major cities within the Amhara region.Participants 1251 participants, all of whom were vaccine-eligible health professionals, were selected using a systematic random sampling procedure.Outcome measures The level of vaccine uptake in the study was determined by the proportion of health professionals who had received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.Results 1251 health professionals participated, with 848 (67.8%) reporting that they had received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Key findings from the multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that health professionals aged 46 years and older were four times more likely to be vaccinated (95% CI, 1.656 to 9.510), married participants were 1.4 times more likely to take the vaccine (95% CI, 1.010 to 1.933) and those with good knowledge of COVID-19 vaccines were 1.75 times more likely to get vaccinated (95% CI, 1.307 to 2.331). Additionally, participants with a positive attitude towards vaccination were 3.65 times more likely to have received a vaccine (95% CI, 2.753 to 4.732).Conclusions The study reveals a commendable level of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among health professionals, emphasising their critical role in public health initiatives. However, the observed disparities in vaccination rates indicate the need for targeted interventions to improve vaccine coverage, particularly among younger professionals and those with limited knowledge of the vaccine. Addressing these gaps requires the implementation of tailored educational programmes that enhance understanding of COVID-19 vaccines. Furthermore, fostering positive attitudes through targeted campaigns, workplace-based initiatives and peer influence, particularly among younger and unmarried professionals, will be crucial. Encouraging vaccinated professionals to share their experiences and establishing regular follow-ups will also be essential strategies to improve vaccine acceptance and coverage in the region.https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/4/e090048.full |
| spellingShingle | Tesfahun Taddege Geremew Mezgebu Yitayal Girum Meseret Ayenew Mastewal Worku Taye Zeru Desalew Salew Melashu Balew Shiferaw Molalign Tarekegn Betelihem Belete Abreham Amsalu Demeke Endalamaw Seid Legesse Hassen Gizew Dessie Asres Belay Bezabih Gizachew Yismaw COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia BMJ Open |
| title | COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia |
| title_full | COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia |
| title_fullStr | COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia |
| title_full_unstemmed | COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia |
| title_short | COVID-19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals: a facility-based, cross-sectional study in the Amhara region, Ethiopia |
| title_sort | covid 19 vaccine uptake and associated factors among health professionals a facility based cross sectional study in the amhara region ethiopia |
| url | https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/4/e090048.full |
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