A study on the factors influencing the intention to receive booster shots of the COVID-19 vaccine in China based on the information frame effect
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.The gain frame is more persuasive than the loss frame for COVID-19 booster shots. Public health messaging should leverage gain-framed information to increase vaccination rates.
Area Of Science
- Health Communication
- Vaccinology
- Behavioral Science
Background
- COVID-19 vaccines do not offer lifelong immunity, necessitating booster shots.
- Information framing significantly influences individual attitudes and health behaviors.
Purpose Of The Study
- To investigate the impact of different influencing factors on public willingness to receive COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.
- To compare the effectiveness of two information frameworks (gain vs. loss) on vaccination intentions.
Main Methods
- An online questionnaire assessed demographic characteristics, personal awareness, social relationships, risk disclosure, and perceived vaccine effectiveness.
- T-tests and one-way analysis of variance were employed to analyze the data.
Main Results
- The gain frame demonstrated higher persuasion (B=0.863) than the loss frame (B=0.746).
- Higher understanding of COVID-19 correlated with increased willingness for booster vaccination.
- Perceived vaccine protection rate (approaching 90%) and a 2-year protection duration increased willingness, particularly under the loss frame.
Conclusions
- Information framing significantly impacts COVID-19 booster vaccination intentions.
- Public health messaging should utilize gain-framed information to enhance persuasion and promote vaccination.
- Tailoring health information disclosure based on framing effects is crucial for public health emergencies.
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