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Influencing factors in MMR immunisation decision making
1City University, London, UK.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|September 6, 2013
Summary
Parental decisions about the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine are complex. Practice nurses are a trusted source of information, potentially increasing MMR vaccine uptake amid rising measles and mumps cases.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Immunisation Studies
- Pediatric Health
Background:
- Parental decision-making regarding childhood immunisation is multifaceted.
- Factors influencing vaccine choices require further investigation.
- Rising incidence of measles and mumps in the UK necessitates strategies to improve vaccine uptake.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing parental decisions about the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
- To identify key information sources for parents making immunisation decisions.
- To understand how to support informed decision-making for childhood vaccinations.
Main Methods:
- A feasibility study was conducted to gather insights into parental vaccine decision-making.
- Qualitative or quantitative methods were employed to assess influencing factors.
- Data collection focused on parental perceptions and information-seeking behaviours.
Main Results:
- Parental decisions about the MMR vaccine are influenced by various factors.
- Practice nurses emerged as a credible and trusted source of information for parents.
- Informed decision-making is crucial for parents considering childhood immunisation.
Conclusions:
- Practice nurses play a vital role in providing information to parents about the MMR vaccine.
- Targeted information delivery by healthcare professionals can enhance vaccine confidence.
- Strengthening the role of practice nurses may improve MMR vaccine uptake rates in the UK.
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