Evaluation of Pneumococcal and Influenza Vaccination Rates and Patients’ Attitudes towards These Vaccines in Hemodialysis Patients

Abstract

Aims: To assess pneumococcal and influenza vaccination rates among haemodialysis patients, and to evaluate their attitudes and beliefs regarding these vaccines. Methods: Between 20 January and 20 February 2024, a cross-sectional study was conducted across private dialysis centres in Ankara, Turkiye. A total of 200 patients undergoing haemodialysis for chronic kidney disease were included in the study. A face-to-face questionnaire administered by dialysis physician routine sessions captured demographic characteristics, vaccination status and reasons for vaccine hesitancy. Vaccination status was recorded as ever (yes/no); exact timing was not analysed. Descriptive statistics and comparative analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics v22.0; two-sided p