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Samantha G Dell'Imperio1, Deena Aboul-Hassan1, Rachel Batchelor2
1Department of Anesthesiology, Medical School, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
Ethnicity & Health
|April 2, 2023
Summary
Black adults with long COVID have unique concerns about COVID vaccine safety and efficacy, influenced by historical mistreatment and ongoing health disparities. Tailored vaccination strategies are needed to address these specific needs.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Immunology
- Sociology
Background:
- Low COVID vaccine uptake in Black communities is a significant concern.
- Racial inequities in pandemic impact are well-documented.
- Perceptions of COVID vaccines among Black individuals with long COVID are understudied.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing COVID vaccine perceptions in Black adults with long COVID.
- To inform future vaccine policies and interventions for this population.
Main Methods:
- 15 semi-structured, race-concordant interviews conducted via Zoom.
- Inductive thematic analysis of transcribed and anonymized interviews.
- Focus on physical or mental health symptoms lingering post-COVID infection.
Main Results:
- Five key themes emerged: vaccine safety/efficacy, social implications, information navigation, historical mistrust, and long COVID status.
- Concerns about safety were heightened by long COVID and systemic mistrust.
- Desire to avoid reinfection and negative immune responses were reported.
Conclusions:
- COVID vaccine uptake requires tailored approaches for Black adults with long COVID.
- Partnership with the long COVID patient community is crucial.
- Addressing safety concerns and historical mistrust is essential for future vaccination efforts.
Keywords:
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