2021
DOI: 10.1101/2021.11.22.21266559
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Factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and hesitancy among residents of Northern California jails

Abstract: BackgroundCarceral facilities are high-risk settings for COVID-19 transmission. Understanding of factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and hesitancy among incarcerated individuals is incomplete, especially for people living in jails.MethodsWe conducted a retrospective review of COVID-19 vaccination data from the electronic health record (EHR) of residents in two Northern California county jails to examine factors associated with vaccine uptake in this population. We additionally administered a su… Show more

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“…Vaccine programs were implemented within correctional facilities to help mitigate the risk of COVID-19 among residents. 2,6,7 In our evaluation of the Connecticut DOC’s vaccine program within jails, we observed a slightly lower vaccine acceptance proportion than has been reported for residents of jails from other US regions (ours: 38.7%, previously reported: 40.9-56.7%). 710…”
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“…Vaccine programs were implemented within correctional facilities to help mitigate the risk of COVID-19 among residents. 2,6,7 In our evaluation of the Connecticut DOC’s vaccine program within jails, we observed a slightly lower vaccine acceptance proportion than has been reported for residents of jails from other US regions (ours: 38.7%, previously reported: 40.9-56.7%). 710…”
Section: Discussioncontrasting
confidence: 57%
“…While not examined here, existing data suggests that effective programs should employ accessible and trusted sources of information, such as friends and family, to address vaccine-related concerns and foster trust in medical personnel. 7,8,12…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
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