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Am. J. Trop. Med. Hyg. · Jan 2021
Critical Considerations for COVID-19 Vaccination of Refugees, Immigrants, and Migrants.
- Christine M Thomas, Michael T Osterholm, and William M Stauffer.
- 1Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Am. J. Trop. Med. Hyg. 2021 Jan 13; 104 (2): 433-435.
AbstractAs COVID-19 vaccines are distributed across the United States, it is essential to address the pandemic's disproportionate impact on refugee, immigrant, and migrant (RIM) communities. Although the National Academies Press Framework for Equitable Allocation of COVID-19 Vaccine provides recommendations for an equitable vaccine campaign, implementation remains. Practical considerations for vaccine rollout include identifying and overcoming barriers to vaccination among RIM communities. To identify barriers, information regarding vaccine beliefs and practices must be incorporated into the pandemic response. To overcome barriers, effective communication, convenience of care, and community engagement are essential. Taking these actions now can improve health among RIM communities.
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