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- * Among the 347 HCWs surveyed, over half reported not being vaccinated for diphtheritis-tetanus-pertussis (57.3%), measles-mumps-rubella (50.1%), and flu (62.5%).
- * The findings indicate that many HCWs favor natural immunity over vaccination and express concerns about long-term vaccine effects, highlighting the need for improved training and possibly mandatory vaccination policies.
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: In Italy, the loss of confidence towards vaccination resulted in low vaccine coverage, also among healthcare workers (HCWs). Indeed, low vaccination coverage among HCWs can lead to dangerous outbreaks of disease, reduce productivity, and increase absenteeism. The aim of this study was to investigate the vaccine coverage and attitudes toward vaccination among HCWs. : A multicenter cross-sectional study was conducted among HCWs referred to all hospitals of the Local Health Authority 02 of Abruzzo Region, Italy. The survey was based on the questionnaire proposed by the H-ProImmune Project. Results: A total of 347 HCWs were enrolled in the study. Of these, 57.3% reported missing diphtheritis-tetanus-pertussis (DTP) vaccination, 50.1% reported missing measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccination, and 62.5% reported missing flu vaccination. Regarding attitudes, other healthcare professionals reported to believe more in natural immunization compared to vaccination (26.5%; < 0.001), and they were worried about long-term effects of vaccination (10.2%; = 0.044). : This survey showed all vaccination coverage considered resulted below the 95% threshold. Training on vaccination and mandatory measures may be needed in order to achieve better coverage.
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