Prevalence of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among migrant and refugee groups: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Alimoradi, Zainab; Sallam, Malik; Jafari, Elahe; Potenza, Marc N.; Pakpour, Amir H.

doi:10.1016/j.jvacx.2023.100308

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“…A larger sample size might yield significant results. Similar findings concerning distrust in institutions, the government, public health authorities, and in the information received were reported in various studies on the willingness to get vaccinated [ 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 51 , 52 ].…”

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confidence: 83%

“…A multivariate analysis revealed that sociodemographic factors influenced vaccination propensity; notably, there was a (female) gender-related refusal of the COVID-19 vaccination among the foreign resident group, unlike the Italian group. No significant association was reported in scientific literature between gender and migrants’ willingness to get vaccinated [ 40 , 41 , 42 ], while two systematic reviews reported that the female gender is a determinant for hesitancy in the Italian population [ 43 , 44 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…A monthly random sample was extracted from the resident lists in each LHU, stratified by sex and age group (18)(19)(20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27)(28)(29)(30)(31)(32)(33)(34)(35)(36)(37)(38)(39)(40)(41)(42)(43)(44)(45)(46)(47)(48)(49), and 50-69 for PASSI; 65-74, 75−84, and ≥85 years of age for PASSI d'Argento) according to the population proportion in each stratum. The LHU data were merged, weighted (each record received a probability weight equivalent to the inverse of the sampling fraction within each LHU stratum), and analysed to obtain estimates at the national level.…”

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Exploring COVID-19 Vaccination Willingness in Italy: A Focus on Resident Foreigners and Italians Using Data from PASSI and PASSI d’Argento Surveillance Systems

Contoli,

Tosti,

Asta

et al. 2024

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(1) The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated health disparities, both between foreign and autochthonous populations. Italy was one of the European countries that was the most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic; however, only limited data are available on vaccine willingness. This study aims to assess the propensity of foreign and autochthonous populations residing in Italy to be vaccinated and the relative associated factors. (2) Data were collected and analysed from the two Italian surveillance systems, PASSI and PASSI d’Argento, in the period of August 2020–December 2021. The data include those of the Italian resident adult population over 18 years old. A multinomial logistic regression model, stratified by citizenship, was used to assess the associations of sociodemographic, health, and COVID-19 experience variables with vaccination attitudes. (3) This study encompassed 19,681 eligible subjects. Considering the willingness to be vaccinated, foreign residents were significantly less certain to get vaccinated (49.4% vs. 60.7% among Italians). Sociodemographic characteristics, economic difficulties, and trust in local health units emerged as factors that were significantly associated with vaccine acceptance. Having received the seasonal flu vaccine was identified as a predictor of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among foreign and Italian residents. (4) This study underscores the significance of tailoring interventions to address vaccine hesitancy based on the diverse characteristics of foreign and Italian residents. This research offers practical insights for public health strategies, highlighting the importance of tailored educational campaigns, improved communication, and nuanced interventions to enhance vaccine acceptance and uptake within both populations.

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Exploring COVID-19 Vaccination Willingness in Italy: A Focus on Resident Foreigners and Italians Using Data from PASSI and PASSI d’Argento Surveillance Systems

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Asta

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“…In a meta-analysis, vaccination acceptance of immigrants and refugees was found to be 73%. The fact that the majority of the studies included in the meta-analysis were from developed countries with a low refugee density may explain the high vaccine acceptance [ 30 ]. In a study investigating the factors affecting vaccination acceptance amongst immigrants in Jordan, it was found that almost 90% of the participants agreed to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and understood the importance of raising knowledge and awareness [ 31 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

The Relationship of COVID-19 Vaccination Status with Health Literacy of Syrians Living in Istanbul

Aysit,

Ikiisik,

Cakir

et al. 2023

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Health literacy is an important determinant of health care use among refugees and migrant communities. This present study aimed to evaluate the relationship between health literacy levels, sociodemographic characteristics, and the status of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine in Syrians under “Temporary Protection” in Istanbul. This study was conducted in February, March, and May 2022 in an Extended Migrant Health Center in Istanbul, with a survey prepared in Arabic under observation. A total of 571 questionnaires were analyzed. The mean age of the participants was 31.92 ± 6.14, and 80.7% were female and 26.6% were high school graduates. A total of 55.0% of Syrians have not had any of the COVID-19 vaccines. The health literacy level of 1.1% of the immigrants was determined as “excellent”, 68.7% as “inadequate”, 20.7% as “problematic/limited”, and 9.6% as “adequate”. According to the logistic regression model, being male, of elder age, middle and above economic status, and having a chronic disease in the family were determined as the variables associated with the status of being vaccinated against COVID-19. Refugees are a group often exposed to inequalities in access to health services. Increasing health literacy in these groups will provide a significant improvement in access to and use of health services.

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Predictors of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptability Among Refugees and Other Migrant Populations: A Systematic Scoping Review

Yazdani,

Pai,

Sayfi

et al. 2023

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Objective. This study aimed to map the existing literature to identify predictors of COVID-19 vaccine acceptability among refugees, immigrants, and other migrant populations. Methods. A systematic search of Medline, Embase, APA PsycInfo and Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL) was conducted up to 31 January 2023 to identify the relevant English peer-reviewed observational studies. Two independent reviewers screened, selected studies, and extracted data. Results. We identified 34 cross-sectional studies, primarily conducted in high income countries (76%). Lower vaccine acceptance was associated with mistrust in the host countries' government and healthcare system, concerns about the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, limited knowledge of COVID-19 infection and vaccines, lower COVID-19 risk perception, and lower integration level in the host country. Female gender, younger age, lower education level, and being single were associated with lower vaccine acceptance in most studies. Additionally, sources of information about COVID-19 and vaccines and previous history of COVID-19 infection, also influence vaccine acceptance. Vaccine acceptability towards COVID-19 booster doses and various vaccine brands were not adequately studied. Conclusions. Vaccine hesitancy and lack of trust in COVID-19 vaccines became significant public health concerns within migrant populations. These findings may help in providing information for current and future vaccine outreach strategies among migrant populations.

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Prevalence of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among migrant and refugee groups: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Cited by 7 publications

References 81 publications

Exploring COVID-19 Vaccination Willingness in Italy: A Focus on Resident Foreigners and Italians Using Data from PASSI and PASSI d’Argento Surveillance Systems

Exploring COVID-19 Vaccination Willingness in Italy: A Focus on Resident Foreigners and Italians Using Data from PASSI and PASSI d’Argento Surveillance Systems

The Relationship of COVID-19 Vaccination Status with Health Literacy of Syrians Living in Istanbul

Predictors of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptability Among Refugees and Other Migrant Populations: A Systematic Scoping Review

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