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  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

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  • Limited parental understanding of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Taiwan contrasts with the availability of new preventive measures like long-acting monoclonal antibodies for infants.
  • Existing awareness of other common pediatric infections like influenza and enterovirus is significantly higher than that of RSV among parents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess Taiwanese parents' knowledge of RSV, their perceptions of its risk and severity, and their willingness to immunize infants with RSV monoclonal antibodies (mAbs).
  • To identify factors influencing RSV knowledge and willingness to adopt infant immunization strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted in late 2023 with 300 expectant mothers and parents of infants (0-12 months) in Taiwan.
  • The survey assessed knowledge of RSV versus other pediatric infections, perceived disease risk/severity, and likelihood of infant immunization with RSV mAbs.
  • Statistical analysis explored correlations between demographic factors, prior vaccination experience, and RSV awareness/willingness.

Main Results:

  • Only 38% of respondents demonstrated basic knowledge of RSV, compared to over 90% for influenza and enterovirus.
  • RSV risk and severity were perceived as moderate, lower than pneumonia; first-time expectant mothers showed the least awareness.
  • After receiving information, the mean willingness score for infant RSV immunization was 6/10, with 30% being very willing (score ≥ 8).
  • Prior experience with non-mandatory vaccines correlated with higher RSV knowledge; full-time employment was linked to lower knowledge but higher willingness post-information.

Conclusions:

  • Significant awareness gaps regarding RSV exist among Taiwanese parents, potentially hindering the uptake of new infant immunization options.
  • While openness to infant RSV immunization is present, targeted educational campaigns are crucial, especially for expectant parents.
  • Clarifying the specifics of infant RSV immunization is essential to facilitate parental acceptance and improve preventive measure adoption.