University of Alabama at Birmingham
The overall goal of this study is to determine whether a novel, multi-modal, patient-directed behavioral intervention initiated in rheumatology clinics is an effective approach to improve uptake of updated COVID-19 vaccine.
Black and Latinx persons are at higher risk for certain autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic diseases (AIRD) and have experienced worse COVID-19 outcomes compared to their white counterparts. Given the risks of severe COVID-19 outcomes such as hospitalization and death in people with AIRD, COVID-19 vaccine is recommended in this population. Historically, overall vaccine uptake among people with AIRDs has been low, and this vaccine reluctance has extended to COVID-19 vaccination. While additional COVID-19 vaccine doses have offered considerable added protection against severe outcomes, only 20…
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (18+ years) with known AIRD * Black race and/or Latinx ethnicity * Individuals who have not obtained the updated COVID-19 vaccine series (self-report) Exclusion Criteria: -Lack of access to phone
Participants will watch video focused on the importance of receipt of updated COVID-19 vaccination in patients with AIRD
Participants will watch video on the importance of good oral health in AIRD patients.
Participants
Participants will receive phone calls from patient navigators to provide support and information for receipt of updated COVID-19 vaccination in patients with AIRD
Participants will receive a brochure on the importance of good oral health in AIRD patients.
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