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<p>The resurgence of monkeypox (MPX) as a global public health emergency in 2024 highlighted the challenges faced by healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in resource-limited settings like Iraq. Understanding the knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety levels among healthcare providers and medical students is crucial to enhance preparedness and response strategies during outbreaks. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety levels of Iraqi healthcare providers and medical students regarding MPX, identifying gaps that may hinder effective outbreak response and public health education. A cross-sectional study was conducted among healthcare providers and medical students across Iraq. Data were collected through an online, self-administered survey distributed via digital platforms between September 1, 2024, and January 15, 2025. The questionnaire assessed participants’ knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety regarding MPX. A total of 200 participants were included, with a mean age of 21.84 ± 2.49 years, predominantly female (74%) and single (96%). While 73.8% of participants recognized isolation as a prevention method, 63.8% identified multiple transmission routes, and only 40% were aware of MPX prior to the study. The average anxiety score was 17.92 ± 5.76, reflecting moderate anxiety, with higher scores observed among females. Knowledge gaps persisted in recognizing symptoms like lymphadenopathy (51.3%) and treatment options, with 38.8% believing there was no treatment. Vaccination willingness was moderate, with only 65% willing to be vaccinated. Social media was the primary source of information (63.7%), often contributing to misinformation. Significant gaps in knowledge and varying attitudes highlight the need for targeted educational campaigns and improved communication strategies to prepare healthcare professionals for managing emerging infectious diseases like MPX. Addressing these gaps can mitigate anxiety and enhance healthcare preparedness in Iraq and similar settings.</p>

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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Anxiety among Healthcare Providers and Medical Students in Iraq about Monkeypox Virus during the 2024 Global Outbreak

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    2025年12月1日

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  • Nabeel Al-Fatlawi,
  • Abdulrahman Khaldoon Hamid,
  • Ghadeer Ali Hassan,
  • Sajjad Ghanim Al-Badri,
  • Sajjad K. Naseem,
  • Yousif Ali Madlul,
  • Noran Muhsin Al-Gizey,
  • Fatimah Al-Shujairi,
  • Osama Al-Fatlawi,
  • Ahmed Dheyaa Al-Obaidi

摘要

The resurgence of monkeypox (MPX) as a global public health emergency in 2024 highlighted the challenges faced by healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in resource-limited settings like Iraq. Understanding the knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety levels among healthcare providers and medical students is crucial to enhance preparedness and response strategies during outbreaks. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety levels of Iraqi healthcare providers and medical students regarding MPX, identifying gaps that may hinder effective outbreak response and public health education. A cross-sectional study was conducted among healthcare providers and medical students across Iraq. Data were collected through an online, self-administered survey distributed via digital platforms between September 1, 2024, and January 15, 2025. The questionnaire assessed participants’ knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety regarding MPX. A total of 200 participants were included, with a mean age of 21.84 ± 2.49 years, predominantly female (74%) and single (96%). While 73.8% of participants recognized isolation as a prevention method, 63.8% identified multiple transmission routes, and only 40% were aware of MPX prior to the study. The average anxiety score was 17.92 ± 5.76, reflecting moderate anxiety, with higher scores observed among females. Knowledge gaps persisted in recognizing symptoms like lymphadenopathy (51.3%) and treatment options, with 38.8% believing there was no treatment. Vaccination willingness was moderate, with only 65% willing to be vaccinated. Social media was the primary source of information (63.7%), often contributing to misinformation. Significant gaps in knowledge and varying attitudes highlight the need for targeted educational campaigns and improved communication strategies to prepare healthcare professionals for managing emerging infectious diseases like MPX. Addressing these gaps can mitigate anxiety and enhance healthcare preparedness in Iraq and similar settings.