Trusted sources of information on COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic in Uganda. A crosssectional study
Date
2023-10-17
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Abstract
Background.
COVID-19 has dramatically impacted communities worldwide, especially in developing countries. To successfully control the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 80% vaccination coverage was required, and the flow of correct information to the population was critical. However, misinformation and disinformation could impact this, increasing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in some communities. Several studies have assessed the effect of misinformation and disinformation on COVID-19 vaccine acceptance
and other responses to the pandemic in the African continent. Thus, the most trusted sources of information on COVID-19 vaccines to the population is critical for successfully managing and controlling the pandemic. This study aimed to assess the most trusted sources of information on COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic in northern Uganda.
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COVID-19 vaccines, pandemic, trusted information, sources, northern Uganda
Citation
Oloya, J. N., Alema, N. O., Okot, C., Olal, E., Ikoona, E. N., Oyat, F. W. D., ... & Kitara, D. L. (2023). Trusted sources of information on COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic in Uganda. A cross-sectional study.