Development and validation of the mpox stigma scale (MSS) and mpox knowledge scale (MKS)

• Main Authors: Henna Budhwani (Author), Ibrahim Yigit (Author), Jacob B. Stocks (Author), Marie C.D. Stoner (Author), Erica Browne (Author), Audrey E. Pettifor (Author), Lisa B. Hightow-Weidman (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Few validated brief scales are available to measure constructs that may hinder mpox-related prevention and care engagement, such as knowledge and stigma. Both are highly salient barriers to infectious disease care and disease understanding, precursors to evaluating one's ris...