[Expectations and Perceptions of Medical Rehabilitation in Times of Pandemic from the Perspective of Individuals in Need of Rehabilitation and Rehabilitation Patients - A Qualitative Study].

Purpose: Over the past four years, medical rehabilitation providers and their staff have developed strategies to adapt to a new reality of care during the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this qualitative survey was to assess patients' expectations from and perceptions of rehabilitation in times of pandemic. The results can contribute to the development of recommendations on how pandemic-related challenges in rehabilitative care can be overcome.

Racism against healthcare users in inpatient care: a scoping review.

Background: Racism in the healthcare system has become a burgeoning focus in health policy-making and research. Existing research has shown both interpersonal and structural forms of racism limiting access to quality healthcare for racialised healthcare users. Nevertheless, little is known about the specifics of racism in the inpatient sector, specifically hospitals and rehabilitation facilities.

What are the reasons for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine? A qualitative analysis of social media in Germany.

Background: Vaccination against COVID-19 has been available in Germany since December 2020. However, about 30% of the population report not wanting to be vaccinated. In order to increase the willingness of the population to get vaccinated, data on the acceptance of vaccination and its influencing factors are necessary.

Additional burdens of family caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative analysis of social media in Germany.

Caregiving is associated with various burdens for family caregivers. The COVID-19 pandemic and the protective measures implemented to restrict public life, such as social distancing and the closure of services and educational institutions, add further challenges. Little is known about how they are perceived by family caregivers.