Herpes Zoster Vaccine Uptake in Saudi Arabia: Factors Influencing Adults’ Willingness to Receive the Vaccine

HZ vaccination remains underutilized in Saudi Arabia despite moderate awareness levels. Healthcare provider recommendations, public education, and system-level interventions are critical to improving uptake. National strategies must address disparities in access, knowledge, and provider engagement to enhance preventive healthcare outcomes for at-risk populations.

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Cureus
Published
2025-08-11
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.89824
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1
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Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
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Herpes Zoster Vaccine Uptake in Saudi Arabia: Factors Influencing Adults’ Willingness to Receive the Vaccine

Murouj Almaghrabi, Heba Y Dosh, Jehad Al Qurashi
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Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
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Herpes Zoster Vaccine Uptake in Saudi Arabia: Factors Influencing Adults’ Willingness to Receive the Vaccine

Murouj Almaghrabi, Heba Y Dosh, Jehad Al Qurashi
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Abstract

HZ vaccination remains underutilized in Saudi Arabia despite moderate awareness levels. Healthcare provider recommendations, public education, and system-level interventions are critical to improving uptake. National strategies must address disparities in access, knowledge, and provider engagement to enhance preventive healthcare outcomes for at-risk populations.

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