A Latent Class Analysis of COVID-19 Vaccine Attitudes and Beliefs: Results from a Community Survey Conducted Via the Chicagoland Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL) Program
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.COVID-19 vaccine perceptions varied, with four distinct groups identified: skeptics, uncertain individuals, those with concerns, and pro-vaccine supporters. Tailored public health messaging is crucial for improving vaccine confidence and uptake.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Vaccinology
Background
- COVID-19 vaccine rollout in the U.S. elicited diverse responses and perceptions.
- Understanding these varied perceptions is critical for public health strategies.
Purpose Of The Study
- To characterize distinct groups based on COVID-19 vaccine perceptions.
- To identify sociodemographic factors associated with vaccine beliefs.
Main Methods
- Latent class analysis was performed on data from the 2021-2023 Common Survey (n=852) in Chicago.
- The survey focused on communities with low COVID-19 vaccination rates and included eight perception-related questions.
Main Results
- Four classes emerged: Skeptic (18.0%), Uncertain (19.1%), Support with Concerns (31.2%), and Pro-vaccine (31.7%).
- Skeptic and pro-vaccine groups showed similar agreement on insufficient information regarding vaccine interactions.
- Socioeconomic hardships were linked to a lower likelihood of being in the pro-vaccine group.
Conclusions
- Distinct classes of vaccine beliefs necessitate tailored public health messaging.
- Targeted communication strategies can enhance vaccine confidence and uptake.
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