April 15, 2026 · BMJ (Clinical research ed.) · DOI: 10.1136/bmj-2025-087578

Effectiveness of interventions to increase vaccine uptake: component network meta-analysis

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The authors aimed to identify effective components of interventions designed to increase vaccine uptake and to assess variations in effectiveness across different population groups, particularly in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. Their component network meta-analysis of 237 studies revealed that strategies such as extended opportunities, appointment scheduling assistance, and motivational interviewing were effective, with the importance of human interaction and community involvement highlighted in delivery methods. The findings underscore the need for tailored interventions that consider age, underserved populations, and the context of the pandemic to enhance vaccine uptake.

Sarah R Davies, Annabel L Davies, Julian P T Higgins, Deborah M Caldwell, Zak A Thornton, Elisabeth Aiton, Ifra Ali, Sarah Dawson, Carmel McGrath, Thomas Parkhouse, Lucy Yardley, Julie Yates, Louise Letley, Sharif A Ismail, Hannah Christensen, Clare E French

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