@article{Lyons_N-2023_120826,
title = {Correlates and Predictors of COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Among Persons Living With HIV in Trinidad and Tobago},
author = {Lyons, N. and Bhagwandeen, B. and Todd, S. and Boyce, G. and Samaroo-Francis, W. and Edwards, J.},
month = {mar},
year = {2023},
abstract = {Persons living with HIV may be at risk of more severe forms of COVID-19 infection and minimizing health risks largely depends on their acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccinations. This study examined the correlates and predictors of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among persons living with HIV in Trinidad and Tobago. A cross-sectional survey using a structured interview was conducted. Data were compiled on patient socio-demographics, diagnosed chronic diseases, psychological factors, and decisions to take the COVID-19 vaccine. Psychological factors such as confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine, perceived benefits of the vaccine, and cues to action were possible predictors of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. This study underscored the continued need for strategies to increase confidence and knowledge about the benefits of taking the COVID-19 vaccine among persons living with HIV.},
volume = {15},
issue = {3},
journal = {Cureus},
publisher = {Springer Nature},
url = {https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.3596},
}
