Infectious diseases & clinical microbiology · 2025
Knowledge and Awareness Levels of Health Professional Candidates Regarding the Mpox: A Multicenter Study in Türkiye.
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Aslan Rukiye, Çalı Abdulhamit
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OBJECTIVE: Monkeypox virus (MPXV) is a zoonotic virus responsible for the 2022 global outbreak. It remains a significant public health concern due to its epidemic potential and implications for preparedness. Assessing health professional candidates' understanding of Mpox is critical, particularly in light of the knowledge gaps observed during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to evaluate the levels of knowledge and awareness regarding Mpox among students and graduates from Vocational Schools of Health Services in Türkiye, based on data from two study centers.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: This descriptive cross-sectional study, conducted between October 2024 and January 2025, included students and graduates from the Vocational Schools of Health Services of two universities in Türkiye. A validated 28-item online survey assessed sociodemographic characteristics, Mpox knowledge, and awareness. Regression analysis was applied to assess the relationship between knowledge and awareness.
RESULTS: A total of 1005 students and graduates were included in the study. Participants exhibited high levels of knowledge and awareness. Higher awareness was associated with obtaining information from health institutions (β=0.26, p<0.01) and colleagues. Females showed significantly greater awareness than males (p<0.05). Maternal education level was associated with knowledge, while paternal education influenced awareness. Graduates outperformed students in both domains. Strengthening Mpox education was found to improve awareness among health candidates, emphasizing the value of tailored training in pandemic preparedness. Integrating innovative and participatory methods into curricula may further enhance readiness for emerging infections. These findings provide guidance for addressing knowledge gaps and optimizing health education strategies.
CONCLUSION: Our findings emphasize the importance of strengthening Mpox-related education among future healthcare professionals to enhance preparedness for emerging infectious diseases.
GRAPHIC ABSTRACT: Graphic Abstract.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: This descriptive cross-sectional study, conducted between October 2024 and January 2025, included students and graduates from the Vocational Schools of Health Services of two universities in Türkiye. A validated 28-item online survey assessed sociodemographic characteristics, Mpox knowledge, and awareness. Regression analysis was applied to assess the relationship between knowledge and awareness.
RESULTS: A total of 1005 students and graduates were included in the study. Participants exhibited high levels of knowledge and awareness. Higher awareness was associated with obtaining information from health institutions (β=0.26, p<0.01) and colleagues. Females showed significantly greater awareness than males (p<0.05). Maternal education level was associated with knowledge, while paternal education influenced awareness. Graduates outperformed students in both domains. Strengthening Mpox education was found to improve awareness among health candidates, emphasizing the value of tailored training in pandemic preparedness. Integrating innovative and participatory methods into curricula may further enhance readiness for emerging infections. These findings provide guidance for addressing knowledge gaps and optimizing health education strategies.
CONCLUSION: Our findings emphasize the importance of strengthening Mpox-related education among future healthcare professionals to enhance preparedness for emerging infectious diseases.
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