What is it about?
This study found that higher knowledge, positive attitudes, and confidence in the vaccine were linked to higher adherence. Sociodemographic factors, such as age and living arrangements, also influenced adherence levels. Parental factors, including education level and family history of COVID-19, also played a role. The findings highlight the need for comprehensive measures to improve adolescents' attitudes, knowledge, confidence, and family support for vaccination.
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Why is it important?
This research study is unique and timely as it focuses on understanding the factors influencing COVID-19 vaccination among Indonesian adolescents. The study provides valuable insights into vaccine acceptance by considering knowledge, attitudes, confidence, and sociodemographic factors. The findings emphasize the need to address knowledge gaps, foster positive attitudes, and enhance adolescent vaccine confidence. The practical recommendations and implications for authorities and stakeholders make this research relevant for improving vaccination strategies. As global COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue, this study has the potential to attract a broad readership interested in increasing vaccination rates among adolescents.
Perspectives
The comprehensive approach of considering knowledge, attitudes, confidence, and sociodemographic factors provides a holistic understanding of vaccination adherence. The practical recommendations provided in the study have the potential to inform vaccination strategies and improve vaccination rates among adolescents.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
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This page is a summary of: The Role of Knowledge, Attitude, Confidence, and Sociodemographic Factors in COVID-19 Vaccination Adherence among Adolescents in Indonesia: A Nationwide Survey, Vaccines, September 2022, MDPI AG,
DOI: 10.3390/vaccines10091489.
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