Genomic Medicine and Advances in Vaccine Technology and Development in the Developing and Developed World

Cianci, Rossella; Franza, Laura

doi:10.3390/vaccines9010009

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“…The introduction of a new vaccine requires the confluence of factors such as political will and strong leadership, funding and infrastructure, partnership between different agencies, and adequate communication strategies [ 25 ]. As new vaccines are developed, these factors need to be considered, especially in low- and middle-income settings where vaccines are essential given the limitations for treatment that sometimes prevail [ 26 ].…”

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Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance and Uptake in a Transborder Population at the Mexico–Guatemala Border, September–November 2021

Bojórquez

Leyva-Flores

Rodríguez-Chávez

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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Assessing COVID-19 vaccination uptake of transborder populations is critical for informing public health policies. We conducted a probability (time-venue) survey of adults crossing from Mexico into Guatemala from September to November 2021, with the objective of describing COVID-19 vaccination status, willingness to get vaccinated, and associated factors. The main outcomes were receipt of ≥1 dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, being fully vaccinated, and willingness to get vaccinated. We assessed the association of outcomes with sociodemographic characteristics using logistic regressions. Of 6518 participants, 50.6% (95%CI 48.3,53.0) were vaccinated (at least one dose); 23.3% (95%CI 21.4,25.2) were unvaccinated but willing to get vaccinated, and 26.1% (95%CI 24.1,28.3) were unvaccinated and unwilling to get vaccinated. Those living in Mexico, independent of country of birth, had the highest proportion vaccinated. The main reason for unwillingness was fear of side effects of COVID-19 vaccines (47.7%, 95%CI 43.6,51.9). Education level was positively associated with the odds of partial and full vaccination as well as willingness to get vaccinated. People identified as Catholic had higher odds of getting vaccinated and being fully vaccinated than members of other religious groups or the non-religious. Further studies should explore barriers to vaccination among those willing to get vaccinated and the motives of the unwilling.

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Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance and Uptake in a Transborder Population at the Mexico–Guatemala Border, September–November 2021

Bojórquez

Leyva-Flores

Rodríguez-Chávez

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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“…In the past, the vaccination process was indeed based on the idea to administer low or weakened doses of the pathogen, to avoid severe infections, as done by Jenner in the case of smallpox [ 92 ] and then by Pasteur for rabies [ 93 ]. Over time vaccine technology has evolved and is now more refined, safe, and effective [ 94 , 95 ].…”

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Pollution, Inflammation, and Vaccines: A Complex Crosstalk

Franza

Cianci

2021

IJERPH

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The importance of pollution in determining human health is becoming increasingly clear, also given the dramatic consequences it has had on recent geopolitical events. Yet, the consequences of contamination are not always straightforward. In this paper, we will discuss the effects of different pollutants on different aspects of human health, in particular on the immune system and inflammation. Different environmental pollutants can have different effects on the immune system, which can then promote complex pathologies, such as autoimmune disorders and cancer. The interaction with the microbiota also further helps to determine the consequences of contamination on wellbeing. The pollution can affect vaccination efficacy, given the widespread effects of vaccination on immunity. At the same time, some vaccinations also can exert protective effects against some forms of pollution.

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Genomic Medicine and Advances in Vaccine Technology and Development in the Developing and Developed World

Abstract: Vaccinations are one of the most effective public health measures available at present [...]

Cited by 2 publications

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Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance and Uptake in a Transborder Population at the Mexico–Guatemala Border, September–November 2021

Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance and Uptake in a Transborder Population at the Mexico–Guatemala Border, September–November 2021

Pollution, Inflammation, and Vaccines: A Complex Crosstalk

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