Predictors of COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Acceptance Among Healthcare Workers in Tertiary Hospitals in Nigeria
Background
Healthcare workers play a critical role in promoting vaccine confidence and maintaining health system resilience during infectious disease outbreaks. Despite widespread availability of COVID-19 vaccines, acceptance of booster doses varies among healthcare professionals. Factors such as vaccine confidence, risk perception, previous vaccine experiences, and exposure to misinformation may influence booster uptake. Understanding determinants of booster vaccine acceptance among healthcare workers is important for strengthening immunization strategies and preparedness for future outbreaks.
Research Objectives
- Assess acceptance of COVID-19 booster vaccines among healthcare workers.
- Evaluate knowledge and perceptions regarding booster vaccination.
- Examine factors associated with booster dose acceptance.
- Assess the influence of risk perception on vaccine decisions.
- Identify predictors of booster vaccine acceptance.
Research Questions
- What proportion of healthcare workers accept COVID-19 booster vaccination?
- What are healthcare workers' perceptions regarding booster vaccines?
- Which factors influence acceptance of booster doses?
- How does perceived risk affect vaccine decisions?
- What factors predict booster vaccine acceptance?
Suggested Methodology
A multicenter cross-sectional study will be conducted among healthcare workers in tertiary hospitals. Data will be collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using logistic regression techniques.
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