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Health care workers (HCWs), especially those in direct patient care roles within all health care settings, are encouraged to receive annual influenza vaccinations to enhance their immunity and ensure patient safety.Objectives:\u00a0This study aimed to identify and describe the factors associated with HCWs\u2019 adherence to annual influenza vaccination within a United Arab Emirates (UAE) hospital and provide recommendations to improve adherence rates.Method:\u00a0Using a quantitative approach, a questionnaire based on the Health Belief Model and existing literature was administered to all 2,080 staff members of the UAE hospital under study. Of these, 1018 participants completed the questionnaire.Results:\u00a0The study uncovered several key factors influencing HCWs\u2019 influenza vaccine uptake. Notably, social influence from colleagues emerged as a significant factor, alongside barriers, such as inconvenient vaccination times, limited awareness of hospital policies, an absence of follow-up by the hospital administration, a lack of prior influenza cases and fear of injections. Motivational factors included the desire to protect friends and family, employer recommendations, mandatory policies and HCWs\u2019 intrinsic motivation to safeguard patients.Conclusion:\u00a0The findings of the study informed recommendations to enhance vaccination rates. 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