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January 17, 2026

Caregivers’ perceptions of vaccination against COVID-19 infection in the city of Kinshasa: The case of Kintambo General Referral Hospital, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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CSChantal Kanyere Saa-SitaABAugustin Kadiata BukasaRBRachel Masengu Badibanga

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Overview

Exploratory qualitative research reveals evolving attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination among healthcare workers, suggesting the need for improved communication.

Key Points

  • The aim is to explore healthcare workers’ perceptions and attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination and the factors influencing vaccine acceptability and refusal.
  • Conducted exploratory qualitative study among healthcare workers at Kintambo General Referral Hospital.
  • Collected data using surveys and semi-structured interviews.
  • Analyzed data through thematic and categorical analysis.
  • Initial perceptions of the COVID-19 vaccine were largely negative, viewing it as dangerous or a form of control.
  • Over time, perceptions shifted positively, recognizing the vaccine as protective with moderate effectiveness.
  • Vaccine acceptability was influenced by factors such as the reputation of the manufacturer and concerns about side effects.
  • Misinformation on social media and doubts about vaccine safety were major reasons for refusal.

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Saa-Sita et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/696b29a19396dd04f30d9854https://doi.org/10.4314/orapj.v7i1.2
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