Effectiveness of a brief intervention for acceptance of influenza vaccine in reluctant primary care patients

Muñoz-Miralles, Raquel; Nadeu, S. Bonvehí; Masoliver, Cristina Sant; Gallego, A. Martín; Canto, Julia Gómez del; Peña, Jacobo Mendioroz; Esteve, Anna

doi:10.1016/j.gaceta.2021.01.002

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“…Although not everyone is expected to change their vaccination intention and to go on to be vaccinated, it is necessary that medical professionals take the time to uncover their doubts and reluctance regarding vaccination, in order to be able to provide them with accurate information and help them make an informed decision [23]. A recent published paper of our group showed that a brief intervention could be an effective tool in improving vaccination coverage in reluctant people [24].…”

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Influenza vaccination during the coronavirus pandemic: intention to vaccinate among the at-risk population in the Central Catalonia Health Region (VAGCOVID)

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Background Influenza is a major public health issue, with the primary preventive measure being an annual influenza vaccination. Nevertheless, vaccination coverage among the at-risk population is low. Our understanding of the behaviour of the influenza virus during the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus pandemic is limited, meaning influenza vaccination is still recommended for individuals at risk for severe complications due to influenza infection. The aim of the study is to determine the intention to vaccinate against seasonal influenza among the at-risk population in the 2020-21 campaign during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and to analyse the factors which influence such intention. Methods Cross-sectional telephone survey of adults (aged over 18) with risk factors in central Catalonia where the need for the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine (SIV) was recommended. Results A total of 434 participants responded to the survey, 43.3% of whom intended to be vaccinated against influenza for the 2020-2021 influenza season, 40.8% had no intention to be vaccinated and 15.9% were uncertain or did not express their opinion. The intention to get vaccinated against influenza is associated with having dependents, the individual’s perception of the risk of being infected with influenza and the perceived risk of transmission to dependents. It is also associated with age, whether the individual had received influenza vaccine the previous season or any other season before. The best predictors of the intention to vaccinate are the individual’s perception of the risk of catching influenza and whether the individual had been vaccinated in the previous season. Conclusions Intention to vaccinate can be a good predictor of individual behaviour in relation to vaccination. During the current SARS-CoV-2 pandemic many individuals are hesitant to influenza vaccination. In order to improve influenza vaccination coverage in people included in risk groups, it is necessary to promote educational actions, especially among those who express doubts.

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“…We also observed that good physician-patient communication includes a good understanding of the virus, the vaccine and the reasons for vaccine hesitancy. The study by Muñoz-Miralles et al (( 24 )) shows a positive effect in patients aged 60 and over following a brief standardized intervention in the context of influenza. Although this communication depended on a directive guide, doctors and nurses were encouraged to adapt their communication by using empirical evidence to address the reasons for vaccine hesitancy, gathered beforehand.…”

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“…The vaccination context was childhood diseases (n=2), pneumonia/influenza (n=3), or human papillomavirus (HPV) (n=4). Six studies (( 16 – 21 )) focused on parental vaccine hesitancy, and three on adult vaccine hesitancy (( 22 – 24 )). General characteristics are shown in Table 1 .…”

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Communicating effectively with patients about vaccination: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials

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Denis-LeBlanc,

Paquette Cannalonga

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Background Good communication between healthcare professionals and their patients is essential to enlighten the benefits and risks of vaccination. Despite the availability of effective vaccines, reluctance prevails, sometimes fuelled by sub-optimal communication leading to a lack of trust. An evaluation of the effectiveness of a communication strategy for which healthcare professionals are trained has yet to be carried out. Objective Systematic review of studies with a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to define and evaluate the impact of healthcare professionals’ communication on patients’ vaccine adherence. Methods We performed a structured search on Medline, Embase, CENTRAL, PsycINFO and CINAHL. The studies selected include those involving healthcare professionals authorized to administer vaccines according to Canadian guidelines. Primary outcomes include vaccination rate or vaccine hesitancy rate. Results Nine articles were included. Five studies (n=5) reported intervention effectiveness according to vaccine adherence. The results are largely represented by parental vaccine hesitancy for human papillomavirus (HPV) or childhood vaccination, while three studies (n=3) target the general population. The risk of bias relative to the studies is either low (n=7) or of some concern (n=2). Conclusion The effectiveness of communication varies according to the studies and knowledge acquired through training. Future studies will need to examine communication with healthcare professionals in order to establish a consensus on optimal and appropriate training.

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“…[49] In addition, several studies have shown the effectiveness of vaccinations in lowering the possibility of respiratory illnesses such as bronchitis or pneumonia, as well as flare-ups of COPD. [20,50,51] Nonetheless, their use in these individuals is suboptimal. [52,53] Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) entails supervised instruction in exercise training, education, and behavioral change to improve physical function and modify behavior.…”

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Perceptions of the effectiveness of non-pharmacological management of respiratory disorders among CRD patients

Aldabayan

2023

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Chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) are among the leading cause of mortality worldwide. While pharmacological approaches are commonly used to manage symptoms, non-pharmacological management of CRDs is considered crucial in preventing disease progression and improving patient self-efficacy. To describe the perceived effectiveness of non-pharmacological management of CRDs among CRD patients and determine whether the CRD patients perceptions of the effectiveness of non-pharmacological management are associated with their demographic characteristics. An analytic cross-sectional study design was utilized. The non-pharmacological management practices of CRD patients and their perception of the effectiveness of these therapeutic measures were assessed using a researcher-developed questionnaire. Data collection took place in primary healthcare centers in Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia from October 2021 to March 2022. The proportion of CRD patients who perceived that non-pharmacological interventions were effective was computed. Binary logistic regression was performed to determine the association between the demographic characteristics of the respondents and their perception of the effectiveness of non-pharmacological management. Among the 390 respondents, 42% perceived that non-pharmacological measures were effective. Half of the respondents believed that smoking cessation, influenza vaccination, improving physical activity, and nutrition support helped alleviate CRD symptoms, while less than half of the respondents considered pulmonary rehabilitation, educational programs, and oxygen therapy effective measures to control symptoms. Women were found to be 3.24 times more likely to perceive non-pharmacological interventions as effective (P < .0000) compared to men. Those with university-level education were 66.6% less likely to consider non-pharmacological interventions to be effective (P < .0000) than those who completed preuniversity-level education. Age and marital status did not significantly influence perceptions of effectiveness. Differences in the perceptions of the effectiveness of various non-pharmacological measures to alleviate CRD symptoms existed among the CRD patients of Al Ahsa. The perception of effectiveness was significantly associated with the patient’s gender and educational attainment.

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Effectiveness of a brief intervention for acceptance of influenza vaccine in reluctant primary care patients

Cited by 7 publications

References 15 publications

Influenza vaccination during the coronavirus pandemic: intention to vaccinate among the at-risk population in the Central Catalonia Health Region (VAGCOVID)

Influenza vaccination during the coronavirus pandemic: intention to vaccinate among the at-risk population in the Central Catalonia Health Region (VAGCOVID)

Communicating effectively with patients about vaccination: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials

Perceptions of the effectiveness of non-pharmacological management of respiratory disorders among CRD patients

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