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Carol Schaumleffel1, Christy Vickers2, Ilana Azulay Chertok3
1Carol Schaumleffel, Assistant Professor of Nursing, College of Health Sciences and Professions, Ohio University, Athens, OH.
Introduction:
This study aimed to examine factors associated with parental intention to vaccinate children against COVID-19 in Ohio following pediatric vaccine approval in October 2021.
Method:
Online anonymous surveys were distributed between November 2021 and January 2022 to parents in Ohio.
Results:
Surveys were completed by 581 parents of whom 43.5% reported they intended to vaccinate their children against COVID-19, whereas 56.5% did not intend to vaccinate their children. Perceiving a lack of support by health care providers was significantly associated with not intending to vaccinate children against COVID-19 (p < .001).
Discussion:
Survey results from parents in Ohio indicate that perceived health care provider support and parents' attitudes about pediatric COVID-19 vaccination influenced their intent to vaccinate their children. Hence, health care providers working with families need to focus on educating parents regarding the importance and safety of vaccination.
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