Factors Associated with Healthcare Workers' (HCWs) Acceptance of
COVID-19 Vaccinations and Indications of a Role Model towards Population
Vaccinations from a Cross-Sectional Survey in Greece, May 2021
A Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices (KAP) study was conducted at the
end of May 2021 engaging 1456 healthcare workers (HCWs) from 20
hospitals throughout Greece. Acceptance of vaccination against
coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was estimated at 77.7%, with lower
vaccine acceptance identified in nurses compared to physicians. Fears
related to vaccine safety, lack of information and general knowledge
about vaccinations, influenza vaccine acceptance, education level and
years of practice were among the factors independently associated with
vaccine acceptance. A strong association was identified between
vaccination of HCWs in each health region and the population coverage,
indicating that HCWs may be role models for the general population.
Information campaigns should continue despite decisions taken regarding
mandatory vaccinations.</p>
