Perception towards the COVID-19 vaccine among the paramedical staffs

Abstract

Introduction. Broad access to efficacious immunizations is important for mitigating the COVID-19 pandemic. Healthcare personnel, particularly paramedical workers, may be more susceptible to infection during the covid pandemic due to a variety of causes. 
The purpose of this research is to assess paramedical staff members’ opinions on the COVID-19 vaccine. Methods and material. A research study was conducted on paramedical personnel at A B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences in Mangalore, India, 
using an online survey and SPSS 21 for data analysis. The survey included questions about vaccination knowledge, type, and dosage based on literature and international recommendations. Results. The average age of the 61 participants in the research was 45.23 
± 9.66 years, with 43 females and 18 men. While all research participants knew that the COVID-19 vaccine is accessible in India, only 59% were aware of the range of vaccines that are developed and produced in India. Of those surveyed, 42.6% felt comfortable taking the COVID-19 vaccination made in the nation. Participants assessed their likelihood of contracting the illness even after immunization as high (24.6%) and low (39.3%). Of those who have received COVID-19 immunization, 55.7% believe that adverse effects might occur. Conclusions. The World Health Organisation (WHO) is lowering infection rates and developing a COVID-19 vaccine. Paramedical Staff who worked in the hospital are more vulnerable because of patient interaction and insufficient training on infection prevention.