Vaccination Uptake in Chronic Disease Patients: Examining Attitudes and Anxiety Levels

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Vaccination is crucial for preventing infectious diseases, especially among high-risk patients with chronic conditions.
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Patients with chronic illnesses face significantly higher risks of severe disease and complications from infections.
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Despite recommendations, vaccination rates among oncology and chronically ill patients remain unsatisfactory.
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The study aimed to explore attitudes toward vaccinations and identify barriers affecting vaccination uptake.
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Anxiety related to illness may influence patients' attitudes toward vaccination, highlighting a need for targeted strategies.

Bmc Infectious Diseases

by Anna Lewandowska, Tomasz Lewandowski, Grzegorz Rudzki, Michał Próchnicki, Anna Bartosiewicz, Aleksandra Stryjkowska-Góra, Tomasz Góra, Barbara Zych, Barbara Laskowska, Agnieszka Bielec, Beata Bida
December 24, 2025

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