Trust in Science as a Possible Mediator between Different Antecedents and COVID-19 Booster Vaccination Intention: An Integration of Health Belief Model (HBM) and Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB)

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10(7), P. 1099 - 1099

Published: July 8, 2022

As the literature highlights, many health behavior theories try to explain both social and psychological variables influencing an individual's behavior. This study integrates insights relative antecedents of getting vaccinated from theories, particularly including belief model (HBM), theory planned (TPB), different socio-demographic factors. Furthermore, we considered possible mechanism impact distrust in science on individuals' hesitance resistance taking up SARS-CoV-2 vaccination subjects living Italy. A correlational 1095 enrolled when national campaign for third dose was launched. questionnaire used measure: Italian Risk Perception; subjective norm; trust science, vaccine; fear COVID-19; perceived knowledge about SARS-CoV-2; booster intention. Principal results show that: (i) positive relationship provided by HBM between perceptions risk (vulnerability severity) intention have vaccine, through (ii) norms intention; (iii) that plays a crucial role predicting Finally, indications COVID-19, full mediation relationships determinants TPA HBM, In conclusion, (not) get requires consideration plethora socio-psychological However, overall, appears be key determinant Additional strategies promoting healthy are needed.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and determinants of vaccination intention towards routine immunizations in university students: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: April 17, 2025

It is well known that, to be effective, vaccination programs require a high and consistent population uptake. Nevertheless, vaccine coverage often insufficient. University students occupy unique position within the broader population: they are highly mobile socially active individuals who serve as influential figures among their peers younger age groups, making them an ideal target for educational campaigns. This review (CRD42022309724) quantified intention rates routine immunizations in university systematically examined determinants of acceptance. Cross-sectional studies that analyzed at least one immunization using multivariable logistic regression were included. We used random-effects models calculate pooled proportions intention. Determinants categorized into contextual factors (such socio-demographic, economic cultural factors), individual/group knowledge, awareness, peer opinions, infection risk perceptions) vaccine-specific issues effectiveness policies). Thirty-six articles included: 29 on human papilloma virus (HPV) seven influenza vaccine. The proportion intending get vaccinated was 54% (95% CI: 47-60%) HPV 43% 26-61%) influenza. strongest positive factors, such higher knowledge pro-vaccine personal experience with vaccinations, perception infection, previous history By contrast, influences played minor role both while concerns, particularly about costs availability, negatively influenced vaccines. Given suboptimal towards we found, addressing key determinants, awareness risks benefits, essential increase acceptance achieve coverage.

Language: Английский

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Acceptance of Booster COVID-19 Vaccine and Its Association with Components of Vaccination Readiness in the General Population: A Cross-Sectional Survey for Starting Booster Dose in Japan

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10(7), P. 1102 - 1102

Published: July 8, 2022

The Japanese government approved COVID-19 vaccine booster doses in November 2021. However, intentions and readiness for vaccines among the general population were unknown. This survey measured vaccination. Among 6172 participants (53.2% female), 4832 (78.3%) accepted doses; 415 (6.7%) hesitated. Vaccination intention was associated with higher age, marital status, having children, underlying diseases, social norms. To evaluate vaccination, seven component (7C) vaccination scale employed, comprising “Confidence”, “Complacency”, “Constraints”, “Calculation”, “Collective responsibility”, “Compliance”, “Conspiracy”. Participants acceptance showed significantly 7C scores (p < 0.001) than those who hesitated or unsure. Multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that “social norms” predictor strongest of (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) 4.02, 95% confidence interval (CI): 3.64−4.45). “Constraints” (AOR: 2.27, CI: 2.11−2.45) “complacency” 2.18, 2.03−2.34) also strongly acceptance, but “compliance” 1.24, 1.18−1.31) “conspiracy” 1.42, 1.33−1.52) weakly associated. “7C scale” is useful measuring population. might be more suitable Japan.

Language: Английский

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Enhancing COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance Within Scotland Black, African, and Caribbean Communities and Lessons for Future Vaccination Programmes

Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 7, 2025

Abstract This study highlights how the intersection of multiple factors shapes experiences Scotland’s Black, African, and Caribbean communities in their access uptake COVID-19 vaccines vaccination programme’s first, second, booster stages. There was particular interest understanding journey, from scheduling an appointment to attending appointment. Data this collected between 1 30 April 2022 using a triangulated approach, including survey (with 408 responses), interviews (26), focus group discussions (5 groups involving participants). The shows that 62% respondents found easy, with less than 1% indicating process complex. Online booking, letters, walk-in appointments were most common ways securing appointments. Letter appointments, specifically blue envelope, beneficial reminder mechanisms. It also provided information about what expect when Other forms such as through GP surgeries, commonly used. Around 21.5% participants felt receiving letter useful pre-vaccination helpful for accessibility centre, professionalism staff, friendly approach enhanced vaccine user access, use, experience vaccination.

Language: Английский

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Acceptance, perceptions, and compliance for COVID-19 vaccines among students attending a rural university: An interventional study using brief video messages

Journal of American College Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 15

Published: March 10, 2025

Objective: The purpose of this study was to examine the factors associated with vaccine compliance and effectiveness short-term video interventions on COVID-19 perceptions among students attending a state university located in rural Texas. Participants: A total 298 participated an online survey. Methods: Students completed Vaccine Acceptance Scale (COVID-VAC) Perceptions Vaccines before after watching one three videos (neutral, educational, or disease effects). Results: Differences vaccination status were observed for ethnicity political leanings (p < 0.05). did not impact COVID-VAC scores over time > Conclusions: Short-term ineffective altering improving acceptance our population. Impact type duration educational should be explored by future studies combat hesitancy population-based studies.

Language: Английский

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Sexual Assault Labeling Over Time Among Gender and Sexual Identity Groups: How and Why Survivors’ Perceptions Changed

Sex Roles, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 91(4)

Published: April 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Evaluating University and Surrounding Area Factors Causing Variability in COVID-19 Vaccine Rates Among United States Universities

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 19

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Abstract Objectives The objectives of this study were to determine how university and surrounding area characteristics are associated with student vaccination rates vaccine exemption stringency. Methods This collected data from publicly available university-associated government-associated websites. evaluated elucidate they impact ease mandates using statistical correlations linear regression. Results Lower student-to-faculty ratios stricter strategies significantly correlated higher rates. Schools that did not allow for personal exemptions had as compared schools without mandates. Certain characteristics, such regional location rates, might serve underlying factors in inconsistent on campuses. Conclusions Associations seen between some the explanatory variables However, more research needs be conducted better understand these discussed affect will public health professionals prepared new concerns arise future.

Language: Английский

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Vaccinating to Protect Others: The Role of Self-Persuasion and Empathy among Young Adults

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10(4), P. 553 - 553

Published: April 2, 2022

Direct persuasion is usually less effective than self-persuasion. As research shows that most young adults are unafraid of COVID-19, this study aimed to investigate the effectiveness self-persuasion targeted at protecting health others encourage be vaccinated against COVID-19 and examined link between empathy vaccination intention. We conducted two studies: Study 1 (n = 352) compared others' versus personal direct in encouraging intention; 2 375) investigated applicability through a poster framed as an open-ended question. The theory planned behavior-based tools were used both studies, structural equation modeling was conducted. found (compared other forms persuasion) indirectly affects intention utility social norm beliefs. Higher empathy, utility, norms, control beliefs associated with greater enhanced poster. Our findings demonstrate can potentially increase uptake among adults.

Language: Английский

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Developing counter-narratives to address COVID-19 misinformation among 18–24 year olds in community and campus settings

Vaccine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 127135 - 127135

Published: April 1, 2025

During the COVID-19 pandemic, young adults represented one of groups with highest number infections but experienced less severe symptoms and lower rates mortality. The Georgia Peers for Equity Against Health (Georgia PEACH) was developed to address vaccine hesitancy among African American/Black Latinx (18-25) on college campuses in community. Existing community relationships partnerships were leveraged quickly engage (Peer Champions) develop counter-narratives mis/disinformation their communities, using a engaged approach. These then used engagement activities health communication messages increase confidence peers. Peer Champions able reach 350 through these strategies.

Language: Английский

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Perception of Availability, Accessibility, and Affordability of COVID-19 Vaccines and Hesitancy: A Cross-Sectional Study in India

Vaccines, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10(12), P. 2009 - 2009

Published: Nov. 25, 2022

Background: The current study aimed to identify the perceptions and issues regarding affordability, availability, accessibility of COVID-19 vaccination determine extent vaccine hesitancy among non-vaccinated individuals. Methods: A Prospective cross-sectional was conducted 575 individuals for a period six months. All relevant information collected using peer-validated survey questionnaire. An independent t-test applied check association between variables. Results: Among participants, 80.8% were vaccinated, 19.2% non-vaccinated. 35.1% vaccinated in private centres 64.9% public health (PHC). In total, 32% had 24.5% availability issues. However, responders at PHC having more comparison other groups which statistically significant (p < 0.05). 163 privately 69.9% found it completely affordable. Another 26.9% 3.1% vaccines partly affordable little unaffordable. 110 non-vaccinated, 38.1% be vaccine-hesitant. Conclusions: Individuals experienced such as long waiting times, unavailability doses, registration. Further, level towards observed. safety efficacy contributed negative attitudes.

Language: Английский

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