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Medical student attitudes on vaccination relevance: A mixed-method study
Anne Herrmann-Werner1,2, Teresa Festl-Wietek1, Christian Gille3
1Tübingen Institute for Medical Education, University of Tuebingen, Tuebingen, Germany.
Plos One
|August 24, 2022
Summary
Medical students gained confidence in discussing vaccinations with hesitant parents after a new teaching concept. However, their views on compulsory vaccinations varied based on disease severity, emphasizing trust and information delivery.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Investigating medical students' attitudes towards vaccination is crucial for public health.
- Understanding student perspectives on compulsory vaccination policies is essential.
- Developing effective strategies to address vaccine hesitancy among parents is a priority.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess medical students' views on the importance and necessity of vaccinations.
- To explore student opinions on compulsory vaccination mandates.
- To evaluate a novel teaching approach for handling vaccination-critical parents.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach combining quantitative questionnaires and qualitative focus groups.
- Quantitative data analyzed using descriptive statistics.
- Qualitative data analyzed using Mayring's content analysis.
Main Results:
- Students reported increased confidence in addressing parental vaccine concerns after the new teaching intervention.
- Medical students generally considered vaccinations for diseases like measles and COVID-19 important, both pre- and during the pandemic.
- Attitudes towards compulsory vaccinations were divided among students, influenced by the perceived severity of the disease.
Conclusions:
- Medical students' support for compulsory vaccination decreases as the severity of the disease lessens.
- Building trusting relationships and providing clear information are key recommendations for healthcare professionals.
- Effective communication strategies are vital for improving vaccination acceptance.
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