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Summary: A survey conducted in Brazil showed that approximately 13.3% of caregivers were hesitant to vaccinate their children and adolescents against Covid-19. The main factors associated with vaccine hesitancy were the belief that they need to wait longer, the belief that children that had natural infection don't need to vaccinate, and the belief that the vaccine has long-term adverse effects.
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Yiguo Zhou et al.
Summary: The hesitancy and willingness of parents to vaccinate themselves and their children with a booster dose against SARS-CoV-2 were investigated in a study conducted in Puyang city, China. The study found a high willingness among parents and children to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, but approximately 40% of participants exhibited delayed vaccination behaviors. Vaccine hesitancy and unwillingness were more common in younger, less educated individuals with poorer health and doubts about vaccine efficacy and adverse events.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL VIROLOGY
(2023)
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Immunology
Julen N. Harris et al.
Summary: COVID-19 vaccination rates are lower for children in the U.S compared to adults, but it is still crucial for mitigating the pandemic. This study investigated factors influencing parental uptake of COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 12-17 and 5-11, based on parental vaccination status. Among vaccinated parents, more 12-17 year-olds were vaccinated (78.6%) compared to 5-11 year-olds (50.7%), and only two unvaccinated parents vaccinated their children. Influenza vaccination of the child predicted uptake in both age groups, while concerns about side effects were only significant for younger children. Involving adolescents in vaccine decision-making did not predict uptake. These findings emphasize the importance of addressing parents' unique and shared concerns about COVID-19 vaccination for children of different ages. Future research should explore adolescent/child perspectives on involvement in COVID-19 vaccine decision-making. (c) 2023 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Wantana Maneesriwongul et al.
Summary: This study aimed to assess parents' characteristics, vaccine literacy, attitudes toward the COVID-19 vaccine, and vaccine intention/hesitancy for their children under five years old. The study found that factors such as parent's age above 35, positive attitudes towards the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine for children, advice from healthcare personnel, and belief in the benefits of the vaccine increased parents' vaccine intention.
PATIENT PREFERENCE AND ADHERENCE
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Giorgia Della Polla et al.
Summary: The Italian Ministry of Health recommends the bivalent second booster dose of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine for individuals aged 60 and above, those with high frailty due to other conditions, and healthcare workers. A survey conducted in Naples, Italy aimed to understand the reasons for receiving the booster dose and associated factors among eligible individuals. The findings showed that concerns about acquiring COVID-19 were low, with younger individuals, those with chronic medical conditions, and those who perceived the disease as more serious being more concerned.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Grazia Miraglia del Giudice et al.
Summary: A survey in Italy found that 29.9% of parents were willing to vaccinate their frail children aged 6 months-4 years against COVID-19, 21.3% were uncertain, and 48.8% did not intend to vaccinate. Parents with a higher perception of vaccine usefulness and safety, as well as those who received information from pediatricians, were more willing to vaccinate their child.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Infectious Diseases
Yiman Huang et al.
Summary: The prevalence of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among different population groups in China was investigated in this study. The results showed that the overall vaccine hesitancy rate was 15.6%, with higher rates among students and the general population. Negative information about the vaccine and doubts about the information source were associated with higher levels of vaccine hesitancy, while transparent vaccine information and recommendations from doctors were associated with lower levels of hesitancy.
BMC INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
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Immunology
Aida Bianco et al.
Summary: Understanding parents' hesitancy towards COVID-19 vaccination for their children is important. A survey in Italy showed that the perceived risk, belief in the usefulness of the vaccine, and information sources all play a role in parents' decision-making. Communication and public health interventions are needed to address parents' concerns and promote vaccination.
EXPERT REVIEW OF VACCINES
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Karandeep Singh et al.
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in an infodemic, with misinformation spreading widely and impacting public health interventions such as mask-wearing, social distancing, and vaccination. This study finds a strong association between the believability of COVID-19 misinformation and vaccine hesitancy, with poorer regions being more susceptible to encountering and believing misinformation.
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Immunology
Lucio Folcarelli et al.
Summary: This study investigated the willingness to receive the booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine among individuals who had completed the primary vaccination series in a hospital in Naples, Italy. The results showed that the majority of respondents were willing to receive the booster dose. Females and individuals without a cohabitant had a higher perceived risk of infection. Older respondents, those who perceived improved health status after the primary vaccination, those with friends or family members diagnosed with COVID-19, those who received information from official government organizations, and those who did not need additional information were more willing to get the booster dose. However, a minority of respondents hesitated to receive the booster dose, especially those who reported a lower health status after the primary vaccination, those without friends or family members diagnosed with COVID-19, those who did not receive information from official government organizations, and those who needed additional information. Information and communication regarding the benefits and efficacy of the booster dose are important to control the pandemic.
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Immunology
Kristen Jafflin et al.
Summary: The attitudes of medical providers and parents towards vaccines are associated with non-timely childhood vaccination.
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Immunology
Grazia Miraglia del Giudice et al.
Summary: This cross-sectional survey evaluated parental willingness and hesitancy regarding COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 5-11 with chronic conditions, finding that only 38.8% of parents were willing to vaccinate their children. Factors such as parental concern about the severity of COVID-19, child's age, and having cohabitant(s) positive for COVID-19 influenced parents' perceived risk of their child being infected and willingness to vaccinate.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Li Ming Wen et al.
Summary: This study investigates the association between demographic factors and mothers' willingness to vaccinate their 4-year-old children against COVID-19 or get tested and self-isolate if symptomatic. The study found that fathers' educational level, mothers' age, and marital status were associated with their willingness. The findings suggest that specific family demographics should be considered in promoting mitigation strategies.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sultan F. Alhazza et al.
Summary: The study found that in Saudi Arabia, the majority of parents have a positive attitude towards children's COVID-19 vaccination, but there is still a portion of parents who are hesitant. Parents who are hesitant towards COVID-19 vaccination are mainly concentrated in specific groups, such as young mothers, parents who have not received COVID-19 or influenza vaccines, etc.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Immunology
Giorgia Della Polla et al.
Summary: The cross-sectional study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors about COVID-19 and vaccination among homeless individuals in Italy, as well as to identify associated factors. Findings showed that residents of homeless shelters had higher knowledge levels, while younger individuals, those with secondary school education, practicing Christianity, and doubting the severity of COVID-19 expressed higher concerns about vaccine safety. A majority (83.9%) had received the vaccine, with older individuals, those with accurate knowledge, higher perceived risk, and lower concerns about side effects being more likely to be vaccinated. Primary reasons for vaccine acceptance included prevention and the mandatory requirement.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Robin M. Humble et al.
Summary: The study found that the majority of Canadian parents intend to vaccinate their children aged 5-11 against COVID-19, but intentions are lower for younger children aged 6-23 months and 2-4 years. Most parents who plan to vaccinate support co-administration with routine or influenza vaccines, vaccination at school, booster doses, and annual vaccination for their child.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Giorgia Della Polla et al.
Summary: This study examines the willingness of healthcare workers to receive a second booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and identifies the factors that influence their decision. The findings show that a portion of healthcare workers are willing to receive the second booster dose in order to protect their family members and patients. However, some healthcare workers are hesitant due to concerns about the dose's efficacy against emerging variants and potential side effects. The study also reveals that younger age, being a physician, and a positive attitude towards the booster dose are associated with a higher likelihood of recommending the booster dose to patients.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jeanette B. Ruiz et al.
Summary: This study aimed to understand parents' willingness to vaccinate their children against COVID-19. The survey found that nearly one-third of parents had vaccine hesitancy. Hesitant parents had less knowledge about vaccines, were more susceptible to vaccine conspiracies, and were less concerned about the risks of COVID-19 to their children. Vaccine hesitancy was more common among female, single, older, low-income, non-college graduate, and Republican parents. The primary concern for vaccine-hesitant parents was vaccine safety. Parents who were willing to vaccinate their children focused on protecting their child and others. The acceptance of childhood COVID-19 vaccines was strongly associated with parents' intentions to get vaccinated themselves. Therefore, a messaging strategy that educates the public about vaccines, counters misinformation, and emphasizes the safety of approved COVID-19 vaccines may increase vaccine acceptance among hesitant parents.
PUBLIC HEALTH REPORTS
(2022)
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Immunology
Celia B. Fisher et al.
Summary: Research found that only 31.3% of parents with children aged 6 months-4 years intended to vaccinate their child, with 46.2% intending not to vaccinate. Barriers to vaccination uptake included concerns about immediate and long-term side effects, rushed FDA approval, distrust in government and pharmaceutical companies, lack of support, conflicting media messaging, and lower socioeconomic status. Vaccine-hesitant parents were also more likely to believe that children weren't susceptible to infection and that the vaccine didn't work against new variants.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lina Souan et al.
Summary: The study found that 75% of cancer patients registered for the COVID-19 vaccine, with 12% refusing vaccination. Most participants obtained information from news and television shows, while 138 patients sourced their information from the World Health Organization website. Due to the rapid development of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, 54.7% assumed the vaccines were unsafe. Only 49% of patients reported that their oncologists had informed them about the benefits of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Immunology
Ruth Ceannt et al.
Summary: Understanding parental willingness to vaccinate their children against COVID-19 and factors associated with hesitancy and resistance is crucial in Ireland. Among a nationally representative sample of parents surveyed in Ireland, 52.1% had or intended to have their child vaccinated, 30.1% were unsure, and 17.8% would not vaccinate their child. Hesitant parents were more likely to be younger, less educated, poorer, have no personal experience of someone being sick from COVID-19, believe the vaccines were unsafe, and hold negative beliefs about scientists and healthcare professionals. Vaccine-resistant parents were more likely to be younger, living alone, distrust scientists, and believe the vaccines were unsafe. Public health messaging should target younger, lower income parents to provide clear information about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines for children.
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Immunology
Louise Marron et al.
Summary: Vaccination of children against SARS-CoV-2 is recommended, but parental acceptance of vaccines for children aged less than 5 years is uncertain. A survey in Ireland found that 50.6% of parents intend to vaccinate their child, 28.7% do not intend to vaccinate, and 20.2% are unsure. Concerns about risks and side effects of vaccination are the primary reasons for not intending to vaccinate.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Chetna Mangat et al.
Summary: Despite the availability of a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine for children, vaccination rates remain low. Factors such as routine childhood vaccination, receiving the seasonal influenza vaccine, parents' perception of COVID-19 severity in children, and the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine are associated with higher vaccine acceptance. Vaccine hesitancy remains a major issue, but clear recommendations from primary care providers and more information from trusted websites can help decrease hesitancy.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Nicole G. Morozov et al.
Summary: This study investigated the intention and reasons for COVID-19 vaccination among parents in Israel. The results showed that parental non-vaccination and experience of major vaccination side effects were strongly associated with the intention not to vaccinate their children. Younger parents, those living in socio-economically deprived areas, and the Arab population had lower intentions to vaccinate their children. Concerns about vaccine safety and efficacy, as well as the belief that COVID-19 is a mild disease, were common reasons for not intending to vaccinate. The desire to return to normal social and educational life was a frequent motive for vaccination.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Grazia Miraglia del Giudice et al.
Summary: The study found that COVID-19 vaccine uptake is low among pregnant women, mainly due to concerns about potential side effects on the fetus. However, there is a high willingness to receive the vaccine during pregnancy, especially among women with a university degree. This highlights the need for enhanced public health efforts and education campaigns to support gynecologists in promoting vaccination.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Infectious Diseases
E. Adrianne Hammershaimb et al.
Summary: In a nationally representative survey conducted in November 2021, it was found that over 50% of US parents were likely to vaccinate or had already vaccinated their children against COVID-19. The most important factors influencing child COVID-19 vaccine intention were parental COVID-19 vaccination status and belief in the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination.
JOURNAL OF THE PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASES SOCIETY
(2022)
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Immunology
Metin Yigit et al.
Summary: The study found that a majority of parents were hesitant about COVID-19 vaccines, especially towards foreign vaccines. Factors such as education level and anxiety about COVID-19 infection were found to be associated with vaccine acceptance among parents.
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Sara Y. Tartof et al.
Summary: This study aimed to assess the overall and variant-specific effectiveness of the BNT162b2 vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 infections and COVID-19-related hospital admissions among members of a healthcare system in California. The effectiveness of the vaccine remained high against hospital admissions even up to 6 months after full vaccination, despite a decline in effectiveness against SARS-CoV-2 infections over time, which was likely due to waning immunity rather than the delta variant escaping vaccine protection.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Tingting Chen et al.
Summary: The vaccination willingness among Chinese SOT recipients against COVID-19 is generally low, with reasons including concerns about comorbidities, fear of side effects, and negative advice from doctors. Factors associated with vaccination willingness include having undergone liver transplantation, educational level, positive attitude towards influenza vaccination, perceived importance of vaccination for SOT recipients, and past influenza vaccination history.
HUMAN VACCINES & IMMUNOTHERAPEUTICS
(2021)
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Immunology
Alvaro Francisco Lopes de Sousa et al.
Summary: This study found that conspiracy beliefs related to the vaccine strongly influence COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy, with different effects depending on gender, age group, and social cognitive vulnerabilities. The influence of education levels on hesitancy was minimal. It is important to consider these factors in planning vaccination campaigns to address vaccine hesitancy effectively.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yunyun Xu et al.
Summary: The prevalence of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is higher among parents from Zhejiang compared to those from Shandong. Factors influencing this hesitancy include behavior, safety and efficacy, and general attitudes towards childhood vaccines.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
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Immunology
Gabriella Di Giuseppe et al.
Summary: Understanding the willingness to receive a future vaccine against COVID-19 among university population in Southern Italy can help develop effective strategies and interventions to contain the virus. The majority of the respondents were willing to receive the vaccine, especially among males, faculty members, and those who were not concerned about the safety of the vaccine. Only 21.4% of respondents expressed no worry about the safety of the vaccine.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Sarah Marshall et al.
Summary: Understanding parental attitudes towards childhood vaccination is crucial for intervention development. The Parent Attitudes about Childhood Vaccines (PACV) survey is a useful tool for identifying vaccine hesitancy in parents. A survey conducted in Ireland at a STEM event revealed a 6.7% rate of vaccine hesitancy, with concerns mainly around vaccine side effects, safety, and number of vaccines administered. Despite these concerns, the majority of parents still trust the vaccine information they receive.
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Immunology
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Immunology
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