Intentions to receive smallpox vaccination for mpox prevention among men who have sex with men in Bangkok
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https://doi.org/10.14456/taj.2024.10Keywords:
mpox, vaccination, intentions, men who have sex with men, BangkokAbstract
This cross-sectional study aimed to explore the intentions of men who have sex with men (MSM) in Bangkok to receive the smallpox vaccination, as well as the factors influencing their intention to get vaccinated to prevent mpox. A total of 310 Thai MSM, aged 18-45 and who had never received a smallpox vaccination, were included in the study using convenient sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the study participants’ characteristics. Logistic regression analysis was employed to identify factors influencing the intention to receive the smallpox vaccine, with statistical significance set at a p<0.05. The study found that 77.7% of Thai MSM in Bangkok intended to receive the smallpox vaccine to prevent mpox. Factors influencing the intention to receive the vaccine included being aged 26-35 years (ORadj=2.77, 95%CI=1.47-5.22) being aged 36-45 years (ORadj=2.54, 95%CI=1.00-6.47) having more than one sexual partner (ORadj=2.98, 95%CI=1.11-7.94), and having moderate to low perceived barriers to receiving the smallpox vaccine to prevent mpox (ORadj=3.72, 95%CI=1.18-11.72). This study highlights the importance of promoting awareness about health beliefs, particularly regarding perceived barriers to vaccination. Proactive vaccination campaigns against monkeypox, for example, can help alleviate concerns about the time required to receive the vaccine. Furthermore, clear communication about vaccine safety, potential side effects, and education on mpox and smallpox vaccines can enhance understanding among MSM, thereby promoting vaccination intention and reducing the incidence of mpox.
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