Characterizing intentions to receive the COVID-19 vaccine among the general population in British Columbia based on their future intentions towards the seasonal influenza vaccine

Sharma, Bhawna; Racey, C. Sarai; Booth, Alan; Albert, Arianne; Smith, Laurie; Gottschlich, Anna; Goldfarb, David M.; Murray, Melanie; Galea, Liisa A.M.; Kaida, Angela; Brotto, Lori A.; Sadarangani, Manish

doi:10.1016/j.jvacx.2022.100208

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“…Booster vaccination among participants indicates an even more positive attitude toward vaccination. Several studies confirm the positive relationship between a positive attitude toward vaccination in general and willingness to accept the flu vaccine during the COVID-19 pandemic [ 13 , 17 , 18 , 19 , 47 ]. Moreover, a systematic review found that historical vaccine acceptance was an important determinant of vaccination intention against influenza for the 2020–2021 season [ 21 ].…”

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“…Moreover, such intention rate was higher in studies including patients in United Kingdom (76.3%) [ 43 ] and China (54%) [ 44 ] before the pandemic. In addition, studies including samples from the general population presented a vaccination intention rate from 40.8% to 74.3% for the 2020–2021 and 2021–2022 seasons [ 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 ].…”

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“…Additionally, these studies investigated only demographic variables and previous influenza vaccine acceptance as potential predictors. Moreover, several other studies [ 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 ] determined the influenza vaccination intention for the 2020–2021 and 2021–2022 seasons but samples were recruited from the general population or healthcare workers.…”

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Predictors of Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Willingness among High-Risk Populations Three Years after the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

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High-risk populations are at increased risk of severe influenza-related illness, hospitalization, and death due to influenza. The aim of our study was to assess the willingness of high-risk populations to take the influenza vaccine for the 2022–2023 season, and to investigate the factors associated with such willingness. We conducted a cross-sectional study in Greece in September 2022 using a convenience sample. We considered demographic characteristics, COVID-19-related variables, resilience, social support, anxiety, depression, and COVID-19-related burnout as potential predictors. Among participants, 39.4% were willing to accept the seasonal influenza vaccine, 33.9% were unwilling, and 26.8% were hesitant. Multivariable analysis identified that increased age and increased family support were associated with increased influenza vaccination willingness. Moreover, participants that have received COVID-19 booster doses were more willing to accept the influenza vaccine. In contrast, adverse effects because of COVID-19 vaccination and exhaustion due to measures against COVID-19 reduced influenza vaccination willingness. We found that the intention of high-risk populations to receive the influenza vaccine was low. Our study contributes to an increased understanding of the factors that affect vaccination willingness. Public health authorities could use this information to update vaccination programs against influenza. Emphasis should be given on safety and effectiveness issues.

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Predictors of Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Willingness among High-Risk Populations Three Years after the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

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“…Our ‘hesitant’ group had the lowest rate of past influenza vaccination as well as current COVID-19 vaccination, suggesting that existing perceptions and attitudes toward vaccination might play important roles in the decision to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the general population has been associated with not obtaining an influenza vaccination ( 41 , 42 ). A systematic review also pointed out concerns over safety, lack of trust, lack of need for vaccination, and cultural reasons as common causes of vaccine hesitancy for COVID-19 and influenza vaccines ( 43 ).…”

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COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and related behavioral and psychological characteristics in individuals with mental disorders in Korea

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ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and related factors in individuals with mental disorders in Korea.MethodsWe surveyed 572 individuals with mental disorders about their attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccination using a 7-item self-rating questionnaire on vaccine acceptance and hesitancy. We categorized the respondents into groups based on their level of vaccine acceptance using hierarchical clustering. In addition, we evaluated the respondents’ vaccination status and trust in sources of information regarding COVID-19 vaccines, and assessed their psychological characteristics using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Gratitude Questionnaire-6, and Big Five Inventory-10.ResultsClustering revealed three groups according to vaccine acceptance: ‘totally accepting’ (n= 246, 43.0%), ‘somewhat accepting’ (n= 184, 32.2%), and ‘hesitant’ (n= 142, 24.8%) groups. Three quarters of all participants, who belonged to the ‘totally accepting’ or ‘somewhat accepting’ groups, were willing to receive a COVID-19 vaccine despite concerns about its side effects. Individuals in the high vaccine acceptance group were older (F= 12.52, p< 0.001), more likely to receive the influenza vaccine regularly, and more likely to trust formal information sources. Additionally, they had higher levels of gratitude (F= 21.00, p< 0.001) and agreeableness (F= 4.50, p= 0.011), and lower levels of depression (χ2= 11.81, p= 0.003) and neuroticism (F= 3.71, p= 0.025).ConclusionThe present study demonstrated that individuals with mental disorders were generally willing to receive COVID-19 vaccination. However, they weighed its need and effectiveness against potential side effects before coming to a decision. It is important to understand the behavioral and psychological characteristics associated with vaccine acceptance, to effectively communicate its importance to individuals with mental disorders.

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“…Recent studies have reported a correlation between COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and influenza vaccine uptake. 42 43 A systematic review also pointed out concerns over safety, lack of trust, lack of need for vaccination, and cultural reasons as common causes of vaccine hesitancy for COVID-19 and influenza vaccines. 44 …”

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Psychological and Personality Characteristics Associated With COVID-19 Vaccination Behavior in Korean General Population

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Background This study characterized coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination behavior in the Korean general population using cluster analysis and explored related psychological factors. Methods We categorized 1,500 individuals based on their attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccination using hierarchical clustering and identified their level of vaccine acceptance. We examined the associations between vaccine acceptance and behavioral and psychological characteristics. Results Clustering revealed three groups according to vaccine acceptance: ‘totally accepting’ (n = 354, 23.6%), ‘somewhat accepting’ (n = 523, 34.9%), and ‘reluctant’ (n = 623, 41.5%). Approximately 60% of all participants who belonged to the ‘totally accepting’ and ‘somewhat accepting’ groups were willing to receive a COVID-19 vaccine despite concerns about its side effects. High vaccine acceptance was associated with older age, regular influenza vaccination, and trust in formal sources of information. Participants with high vaccine acceptance had higher levels of gratitude, extraversion, agreeableness, and conscientiousness, and lower levels of depression, anxiety, and neuroticism. Conclusions People weighed the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination against the risk of side effects when deciding to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Our findings also indicate that this vaccination behavior may be affected by coping mechanisms and psychological factors.

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Characterizing intentions to receive the COVID-19 vaccine among the general population in British Columbia based on their future intentions towards the seasonal influenza vaccine

Cited by 4 publications

References 17 publications

Predictors of Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Willingness among High-Risk Populations Three Years after the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Predictors of Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Willingness among High-Risk Populations Three Years after the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and related behavioral and psychological characteristics in individuals with mental disorders in Korea

Psychological and Personality Characteristics Associated With COVID-19 Vaccination Behavior in Korean General Population

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