Publications by authors named "Pricillah Kinyunyi"
Background: Insufficient knowledge about COVID-19 and low socioeconomic status have been associated with distrustful attitudes towards vaccination against COVID-19.
Objective: The aim of this study was to explore determinants of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among the general population and health workers.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted in 16 councils which included; Milele, Mpanda, Newala, Simanjiro, Nanyumbu, Muleba, Longido, Ulanga, Igunga, Mbulu, Karatu, Mufindi, Mvomero, Kilolo and Tabora Town.
Article Synopsis
- The study analyzed measles trends in Tanzania from 2018 to 2022, highlighting a significant uptick in cases, particularly in 2022.
- A total of 12,253 measles cases were reported, with the majority occurring among unvaccinated children and those aged 1-4 years.
- To combat rising measles cases, the research suggests enhancing vaccination efforts and surveillance, especially to rebuild immunity disrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic.