Social inequalities in COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and uptake for children and adolescents in Montreal, Canada

Article Immunology

Demographic, psychological, and experiential correlates of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination intentions in a sample of Canadian families

Christine L. Lackner et al.

Summary: This study investigated the factors associated with the likelihood and speed of children receiving a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine in 455 Canadian families. It was found that older parental age, living in the Prairies, more complete child vaccination history, and prioritizing disease risks over side effects were all associated with higher intention to vaccinate children. Additionally, faster vaccination speed was predicted by similar factors with the presence of a child with a COVID-19 related health risk associated with slower intended speed.

VACCINE: X (2021)

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Editorial Material Pediatrics

Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Vaccination of Children and Adolescents: Prospects and Challenges

Gregory D. Zimet et al.

JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS (2021)

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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Intention to receive a COVID-19 vaccine: results from a population-based survey in Canada

Gina S. Ogilvie et al.

Summary: The study found that 79.8% of respondents intended to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Factors such as vaccine attitudes, direct social norms, and influencers like family physicians and Provincial Health Officers were associated with intention to vaccinate. However, certain populations, such as females, those with lower education levels, minority groups, Indigenous people, and non-health care workers, reported lower intention to receive the vaccine.

BMC PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Article Pediatrics

Parents' Intentions and Perceptions About COVID-19 Vaccination for Their Children: Results From a National Survey

Peter G. Szilagyi et al.

Summary: Less than half of US parents are likely to have their children receive a COVID-19 vaccine, with concerns mainly focused on vaccine safety and side effects. Pediatric health care providers play a crucial role in promoting and administering COVID-19 vaccination for children.

PEDIATRICS (2021)

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Article Medicine, General & Internal

Seroprevalence of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies among school and daycare children and personnel: protocol for a cohort study in Montreal, Canada

Kate Zinszer et al.

Summary: The EnCORE study aims to estimate the seroprevalence and seroconversion of SARS-CoV-2 among school and daycare children and personnel, as well as examine associations with sociodemographic characteristics, COVID-19 symptoms, tests, and changes in health and lifestyle outcomes. This research will provide valuable insights into SARS-CoV-2 transmission dynamics in educational settings and will be disseminated to various stakeholders in the form of results.

BMJ OPEN (2021)

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Article Public, Environmental & Occupational Health

Acceptability of Adolescent COVID-19 Vaccination Among Adolescents and Parents of Adolescents — United States, April 15–23, 2021

Aaron M. Scherer et al.

MMWR-MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY WEEKLY REPORT (2021)

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Article Medicine, General & Internal

Willingness of children and adolescents to have a COVID-19 vaccination: Results of a large whole schools survey in England

Mina Fazel et al.

Summary: This study in England revealed the characteristics of vaccine hesitant children and adolescents aged 9-18 regarding COVID-19 vaccination. Younger students were less willing to get vaccinated, and those hesitant or opting out tended to come from more deprived socioeconomic backgrounds with higher rates of home rental. They were also more likely to engage in risky health behaviors and have lower levels of social connection.

ECLINICALMEDICINE (2021)

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Article Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology