Assessment of healthcare workers knowledge and attitudes towards Mpox infection at University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Referral Hospital, Ethiopia
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22084918 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Alemante Tafese Beyna (0009-0003-9867-5443, University of Gondar, corresponding author), Ermias Teklehaimanot Yefter (0000-0003-0111-407X, University of Gondar), Assefa Belay Asrie (0000-0001-5935-643X, University of Gondar), Habtamu Semagne Ayele (0009-0009-7695-4664, University of Gondar), Tafere Mulaw Belete (0000-0002-6634-5971, University of Gondar), Wondim Ayenew (0000-0001-8504-8430, University of Gondar), Gashaw Sisay Chanie (0000-0001-9585-4196, University of Gondar), Liknaw Workie Limenh (0000-0002-9680-6134, University of Gondar), Melese Legesse Mitku (0009-0001-1515-3400, University of Gondar), Mihret Melese (0000-0002-5685-3585, University of Gondar), Gizachew Kassahun Bizuneh (0000-0002-5527-5955, University of Gondar), Assefa Kebad Mengesha (0000-0002-5998-0838, University of Gondar) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 13 |
| Pages | 1527315-1527315 |
| Publication date | 2025-03-03 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Frontiers in Public Health (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2296-2565 • E-ISSN: 2296-2565 |
| Publisher | Frontiers Media SA (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3389/fpubh.2025.1527315 |
| PMID | 40098801 |
| OpenAlex | W4408095868 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 50 |
Background: Healthcare workers are on the frontlines of fighting health risks, especially during epidemics. Despite their critical role, their knowledge and attitudes toward Mpox have not been previously evaluated at the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of healthcare workers regarding Mpox at this hospital. Method: < 0.05 was considered as Significant. Result: Almost half of the participants (48.40%) showed good knowledge, and 49.20% displayed a positive attitude toward Mpox. Age ≥ 50 Years old (AOR = 4.1, 95% CI 1.33-12.07), Physicians (AOR = 3.2, 95% CI 1.57-6.50), pharmacists (AOR = 3.5, 95% CI 1.55-8.06), having a B.Sc. Degree (AOR = 3.2, 95% CI 1.58-6.84), having M.Sc. (AOR = 3.3, 95% CI 1.60-6.84), work experience of 5-10 years (AOR = 3.2, 95% CI 1.78-5.95), HCWs who get information primarily from training (AOR = 2.7, 95% CI 1.08-6.70), and HCWs attending training including Mpox (AOR = 1.9, 95% CI 1.16-3.19) were more likely to having good knowledge than their counter. HCWs those having a M.Sc. degree (AOR = 2.1, 95% CI 1.11-4.20), physician (AOR = 2.1, 95% CI 1.10-4.16), pharmacist (AOR = 2.6, 95% CI 1.21-5.76), HCWs having work experience of 5-10 (AOR = 2.5, 95% CI 1.44-4.38), and HCWs attending training including Mpox (AOR = 1.9, 95% CI 1.18-3.07) were more likely to have positive attitude than their counter. Conclusion: This study revealed nearly half of the participants had a limited knowledge and negative attitudes. To addressing this gap it is essential to support training, integrate education, and improve resource accessibility
Cross-sectional study · Family medicine · Health care · Logistic regression · Referral · Bacillus and Francisella bacterial research · Immune responses and vaccinations · Medicine · Poxvirus research and outbreaks · Internal Medicine
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| Citations per year | 1 |
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| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |