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Nina Bonkat1, Frederike T Fellendorf1, Nina Dalkner1
1Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapeutic Medicine, Medical University Graz, Graz, Austria.
Individuals with severe mental illnesses (SMI) face higher infection risks. This review highlights inconsistent vaccination data, emphasizing the need for more research on vaccine efficacy and uptake in this vulnerable population.
Area of Science:
- Infectious disease epidemiology
- Psychiatry
- Immunology
Background:
- Individuals with severe mental illnesses (SMI) exhibit increased susceptibility to viral infections and experience more severe disease courses.
- Vaccination is crucial for preventing infections in vulnerable populations.
Conclusions:
- Current research on vaccination prevalence and effects in SMI is limited and based on heterogeneous samples.
- Factors like sex, age, comorbidities, and vaccination programs require further investigation.
- Additional research is essential to understand vaccine willingness and efficacy in individuals with SMI due to their elevated risk.
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