Monkeypox self-diagnosis abilities, determinants of vaccination intention and self-isolation intention after diagnosis among MSM in the Netherlands

Wang, Haoyi; Paulo, Kennedy J.I. d'Abreu de; Gültzow, Thomas; Zimmermann, Hanne M L; Jonas, Kai J.

doi:10.1101/2022.07.29.22278167

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“…Of the included 394 MSM, 43% were below the age of 45, 6% were living with HIV and 66% were currently using PrEP (for the other population characteristics by PrEP use status see Wang et al (11) as this study uses overlapping determinants, but different endpoints).…”

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Brief report: Determinants of potential sexual activity reduction in the face of the Monkeypox epidemic

Wang

Paulo

Gültzow

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The current monkeypox epidemic is most prevalent among men-who-have-sex-with-men (MSM). Vaccination programs are being rolled-out to curb the epidemic. Behavioural measures have been called for as well, e.g., by the WHO to reduce the number of sexual partners and sexual activity. We investigated intentions and determinants among Dutch MSM to follow such measures. Early July 2022, 394 MSM answered an online questionnaire. The overall intentions to reduce number of partners and sexual activity was high, but only a minority had developed definite intentions. Determinant analysis revealed that dating/open relationship status was a positive predictor, vaccination intentions did not predict sexual behaviour change; those not on PrEP were more likely to change their sexual behaviour. Monkeypox infection concern was negatively related to weaker intentions and only predicted definite intentions. Our results show that additional public health measures are necessary to reach and convince MSM to engage in sexual behaviour change.

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Brief report: Determinants of potential sexual activity reduction in the face of the Monkeypox epidemic

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Paulo

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“…Complacency for Monkeypox is probably a great barrier for vaccine acceptance. In MSM, in the Netherlands, perceived risk of being infected and risky sexual behaviors did not predict attitudes toward vaccination, while having concern about being infected was associated with intention to get vaccinated [7]. Then, in the context of the epidemics, the large use of personal protective equipment may also give to HCWs a sense of security.…”

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“…Concerns about Monkeypox epidemics and COVID-19 vaccine eagerness were also main predictors of intentions to get vaccinated against Monkeypox if the vaccination recommendation was extended to the general population. exposure, but is not very far from the acceptance rate observed in men having sex with men (MSM) in the Netherlands if the vaccine become recommended in the general population[7]. Different hypotheses can be made.…”

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Intentions to get vaccinated against Monkeypox in Healthcare workers in France and Belgium correlates with attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccination

Gagneux‐Brunon

Dauby

Launay

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Background: Front-line healthcare workers (HCWs) could be at-risk for Monkeypox infections. Vaccine hesitancy also affects HCWs and has an impact on their own attitudes toward vaccination. In the context of the exhaustion due to COVID-19 pandemic, we aimed to evaluate intentions to get vaccinated against Monkeypox in HCWs in France and Belgium. Methods: We performed a cross-sectional study (snowball sampling) using a self-administered on-line questionnaire to evaluate intentions to get vaccinated against Monkeypox in HCWs if a recommendation for HCWs vaccination was made. We compared demographics characteristics, vaccine readiness, eagerness for COVID-19 vaccine, and confidence in HCW with Chi-square tests, student-t and performed a binary regression. Results: Amon the 397 respondents, if a specific recommendation was made for HCWs vaccination against Monkeypox was made, 55.4 % will probably get the vaccine, while 79 % would accept the vaccine if recommended to the general population. COVID-19 vaccine eagerness and having concerns about Monkeypox epidemics were associated with favorable attitude toward Monkeypox vaccination in HCWs with respective adjusted odds ratio and 95 % Confidence Interval 2.5 (1.03-6.1), 2.6 (1.3-5.3). Forty-four HCWs (11 %) self-identified as at-risk for Monkeypox infections. Conclusion: Acceptance of Monkeypox vaccination in HCWs is probably moderate, HCWs are probably complacent and did not perceive the risk of Monkeypox infections in the context of professional exposure.

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“…The survey identified differences in intention among respondents based on social determinants such as education and migration status. (14) Research on previous MPXV outbreaks has shown that working with affected communities and leveraging digital media can support community uptake. (15-17) Although evidence on MPXV is only starting to emerge, structural barriers will remain a key issue in all outbreak responses.…”

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Public understanding, awareness, and response to monkeypox virus outbreak: A cross-sectional survey of the most affected communities in the United Kingdom during the 2022 public health emergency

Paparini

Whitacre

Smuk

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Objectives: To examine awareness, understanding, and response to the monkeypox (MPXV) outbreak among the most affected communities in the United Kingdom. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was administered between June 15 and July 27, 2022, targeting adults using LGBTQI community channels on social media platforms and the dating app, Grindr. Basic descriptive statistics have been created and logistic regression implemented to explore associations. Odds ratio p values have been given for completeness. No formal power calculation was implemented. Results: 1932 respondents completed the survey, 1691 (90%) were cis or trans men who have sex with men. 1750/1932 identified as men, 88 as women and 64 as gender non-conforming. 1453 (77%) described their sexual identity as gay/ lesbian, 64 (3%) as queer, 221 as bisexual (12%), 81 (4%) as heterosexual, 37 (2%) as pansexual. 744 (39%) were under the age of 40. 71% (1366) self-identified as being from White, 3% (67) Black, 8% Asian (158), 2% LatinX(36) and 11% (203) Mixed/Other heritage groups. 85% were employed and 79% had completed higher education. 137 (7%) identified themselves as living with HIV when asked if they lived with a long-term condition. Overall, 34% reported a limited understanding of public health information, 52% considered themselves at risk, 61% agreed people infected with MPXV should isolate for 21 days, 49% reported they would first attend a sexual health clinic if infected, 86% reported they would accept a vaccine and 59% believed MPXV originated from animals. Reported level of understanding of public health information, agreement to the need to isolate for 21 days, vaccine acceptance, and beliefs about the origins of MPXV varied by income level, education and heritage. Trust in healthcare providers, perception of risk of MPXV, and willingness to be vaccinated differed by gender and sexual identity. The most trusted sources of information were healthcare professionals (37%), official health agencies (29%), and mainstream media (12%). Younger participants were most likely to state they would not engage with clinical services if they had MPXV symptoms. Conclusions: In this group of respondents, largely made up of White, male, employed men who have sex with men with university education, vaccine acceptability was very high, yet public health information and advice were neither universally accepted nor correctly understood. Social determinants of health inequalities already shaping the UK public health landscape are at risk of being compounded in this new emergency. Engagement with structurally disadvantaged members of affected communities is essential for the public health response. Further research is needed to establish awareness, risk perception, engagement in care, and vaccine acceptability, especially in more diverse and vulnerable populations.

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Monkeypox self-diagnosis abilities, determinants of vaccination intention and self-isolation intention after diagnosis among MSM in the Netherlands

Cited by 6 publications

References 6 publications

Brief report: Determinants of potential sexual activity reduction in the face of the Monkeypox epidemic

Brief report: Determinants of potential sexual activity reduction in the face of the Monkeypox epidemic

Intentions to get vaccinated against Monkeypox in Healthcare workers in France and Belgium correlates with attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccination

Public understanding, awareness, and response to monkeypox virus outbreak: A cross-sectional survey of the most affected communities in the United Kingdom during the 2022 public health emergency

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