# Healthcare Worker Attitudes and Perceptions toward Ebola Vaccine, United States, 2024

## TL;DR

A 2024 survey found nearly half of unvaccinated US healthcare workers are interested in getting the Ebola vaccine.

## Contribution

The study provides new insights into healthcare worker attitudes toward the Ebola vaccine in the US.

## Key findings

- 48% of unvaccinated healthcare workers expressed interest in receiving the Ebola vaccine.
- The survey identified concerns that could be addressed to improve vaccine acceptance.
- Recommendations target healthcare workers at highest risk of occupational exposure to Zaire ebolavirus.

## Abstract

Our 2024 survey of eligible US healthcare workers found that 48% of unvaccinated healthcare workers are interested in receiving Ebola virus vaccine. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended vaccination for healthcare workers at highest risk for occupational exposure to Zaire ebolavirus (Orthoebolavirus zairense). Addressing concerns identified by survey respondents might improve vaccine acceptance.