Vaccination of Ukrainian Refugees: Need for Urgent Action

Rzymski, Piotr; Falfushynska, Halina; Fal, Andrzej M

doi:10.1093/cid/ciac276

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“…This study provides an overview of the side effects of COVID-19 vaccination, their frequency, number, and nuisance in individuals receiving the homologous and the heterologous booster dose. The reported observations may be especially important for those regions which, due to various reasons, are less vaccinated and will pursue booster strategies in the future [ 1 , 23 ].…”

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Frequency and Nuisance Level of Adverse Events in Individuals Receiving Homologous and Heterologous COVID-19 Booster Vaccine

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This study aimed to compare the occurrence and nuisance of adverse events following administration of each COVID-19 vaccine dose between two groups: individuals given three doses of mRNA vaccine (homologous group, 3 × mRNA, n = 252) and those given two doses of adenoviral vector vaccine further boosted with mRNA vaccine (heterologous group, 2 × AZ + 1 × mRNA, n = 205). Although the studied groups differed significantly in the frequency and number of side effects after the first and second vaccine dose, no relevant differences were seen following the booster administration. Arm pain and fatigue were the most common effects, regardless of the vaccination group and vaccine dose. In the homologous group, female sex, lower BMI, and no history of regular influenza vaccination were associated with a higher frequency of side effects of a booster dose. In the heterologous group, the history of COVID-19 was associated with an increased number of side effects seen after a booster. In both groups, the number of side effects related to the first and second dose correlated with the number observed after administration of a booster dose. Individuals receiving a homologous booster reported a higher nuisance of side effects than the heterologous group. It was similar to the level reported after the second dose in both groups. The use of pharmaceuticals to counteract the side effects was more frequent after a first dose in the 2 × AZ + 1 × mRNA group, but higher after second dose in individuals receiving the 3 × mRNA vaccination scheme. The frequency of pharmaceutical use after a booster dose was similar in both groups (approx. 60%). Paracetamol was most frequently chosen, regardless of the group and vaccine dose. In addition, the vast majority of participants (93%) declared to accept future doses of the COVID-19 vaccine if their administration would be recommended. This study provides an overview of the response to homologous and heterologous mRNA vaccine booster dose that may be valuable in shaping accurate and honest communication with vaccinated individuals, especially in those regions which are yet to pursue booster strategies.

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“…It is also noteworthy that the activities of antivaccination movements in Ukraine have been evident since the turn of the 20th century. The result of this may be, among others, a 53% vaccination rate against poliomyelitis [18].…”

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“…All this translated into the failure of the vaccination programme in Ukraine. At the outbreak of the war, only 37% of citizens were vaccinated against COVID-19, and the booster dose was received by 1.7% of those eligible [18]. Large numbers of unvaccinated individuals may transmit the virus more easily than vaccinated individuals, and given that some SARS-CoV-2 infections are asymptomatic, they may unknowingly infect more people [20].…”

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“…At the onset of the war in Ukraine, in Poland, the full COVID-19 vaccination schedule was completed by 59% of the population, and a booster dose was received by 30% of the population [18]. This result is not only lower than the European average, but one of the worst in Europe, including the central-eastern part.…”

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COVID-19 Vaccination and Ukrainian Refugees in Poland during Russian–Ukrainian War—Narrative Review

Malchrzak

Babicki²,

Pokorna-Kałwak³

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The outbreak of the Russian–Ukrainian war contributed to the largest migration movement in the 21st century. As a result, over 3 million refugees, mainly women, children and the elderly, arrived in Poland in a short space of time. Despite the ongoing war, it is important to remember that the COVID-19 pandemic is still present in the world, and before the outbreak of the war, Ukraine was struggling with its fifth wave. Furthermore, Ukraine has one of the lowest vaccination rates in Europe, not exceeding 40%. It is, therefore, reasonable to suspect that the vast majority of migrants have not been vaccinated. This situation may pose a significant epidemiological risk. Therefore, it is necessary to implement appropriate steps to determine the vaccination status of refugees and to supplement the vaccination with both the core and booster doses. In response to these needs, the government of Poland, like many other countries, has made it possible to provide free COVID-19 vaccination to persons fleeing war. In the face of massive migration, the overriding priority should be to ensure adequate medical care for refugees, including free COVID-19 vaccinations. However, it seems that the lack of willingness to vaccinate among Ukrainians is also replicated on migration. It seems reasonable that appropriate steps should be taken to increase awareness and confidence in vaccination, which may ultimately translate into increased vaccination uptake. Analyzing previous experiences, it is advisable to consider that the first step should be to promote vaccination and remind refugees of the possibility of free COVID-19 vaccination. Additionally, refugees should be encouraged to be vaccinated during every contact with health care workers.

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“…These migratory movements pose serious public health challenges. 1 In the actual context of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic with more than 531 million confirmed cases as well as 6.3 million deaths in the worldwide due June 2022, makes this challenge even more difficult to manage. There is no certain therapeutic regimen for SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination remains as the only measure available to control the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic.…”

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The Russo-Ukrainian war crisis and vaccination of Ukrainian refugees as an urgent need

Namdar

Keikha²

2022

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Vaccination of Ukrainian Refugees: Need for Urgent Action

Cited by 36 publications

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Frequency and Nuisance Level of Adverse Events in Individuals Receiving Homologous and Heterologous COVID-19 Booster Vaccine

Frequency and Nuisance Level of Adverse Events in Individuals Receiving Homologous and Heterologous COVID-19 Booster Vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccination and Ukrainian Refugees in Poland during Russian–Ukrainian War—Narrative Review

The Russo-Ukrainian war crisis and vaccination of Ukrainian refugees as an urgent need

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