Knowledge and attitude towards mpox: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Darwin A León-Figueroa1, Joshuan J Barboza2, Abdelmonem Siddiq3
1Facultad de Medicina Humana, Universidad de San Martín de Porres, Chiclayo, Peru.
Plos One
|August 9, 2024
Summary
This study found low knowledge and positive attitudes towards mpox among participants. Educational programs are needed to improve mpox awareness and prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Disease Control
Background:
- Rising mpox incidence necessitates understanding prevention, early detection, and response.
- Current knowledge and attitudes towards mpox require thorough assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the level of knowledge and attitudes towards mpox.
- To synthesize existing data on mpox-related knowledge and attitudes.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of 27 cross-sectional studies.
- Searched PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and ScienceDirect databases.
- Assessed study quality using Joanna Briggs Institute criteria; analyzed data with R software.
Main Results:
- Combined prevalence of good mpox knowledge was 33% (27 studies, 22,327 participants).
- Combined prevalence of positive mpox attitude was 40% (6 studies, 2,979 participants).
- Intention to vaccinate against mpox was 58% (7 studies, 2,932 participants).
Conclusions:
- Knowledge and attitudes regarding mpox are generally low.
- Highlights the urgent need for targeted educational interventions.
- Identifies gaps for implementing effective mpox prevention programs.
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