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Rural Latinos show higher COVID-19 risk perception but lower vaccine willingness. This highlights that risk perception alone doesn't drive behavior, with structural and cultural factors influencing vaccine hesitancy.

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  • Health Disparities
  • Epidemiology

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  • COVID-19 disproportionately affects rural Latino communities.
  • Understanding factors influencing risk perception and vaccine uptake is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the association between rurality, COVID-19 risk perception, and COVID-19 vaccine willingness among Latinos.
  • To identify barriers to vaccine acceptance in rural Latino populations.

Main Methods:

  • Survey of 419 Latino individuals in Arizona and California's Central Valley.
  • Analysis of the relationship between geographic location (rural vs. non-rural), perceived COVID-19 risks, and willingness to vaccinate.

Main Results:

  • Rural Latinos reported higher concerns about contracting and transmitting COVID-19.
  • Rural Latinos demonstrated lower willingness to receive the COVID-19 vaccine compared to non-rural counterparts.
  • Risk perception alone did not fully explain vaccine hesitancy; structural and cultural factors were significant.

Conclusions:

  • Heightened COVID-19 risk perception in rural Latinos does not translate to increased vaccine acceptance.
  • Persistent vaccine hesitancy is linked to limited healthcare access, language barriers, safety concerns, and strong community ties.
  • Culturally tailored education and outreach are essential to address specific needs and improve vaccination rates in rural Latino communities.