Factors influencing the participation of patients in the optional vaccinations in primary health care
Journal Title: Medical Science Pulse - Year 2016, Vol 10, Issue 3
Abstract
Background. Many factors determine the reasons for vaccination or its lack among the public.Aim of the study. The purpose of the study was to identify the factors influencing the decision making for additional vaccination.Material and methods. The study involved 135 people, a research tool was an original survey consisting of 28 questions.Results. An overwhelming number of respondents indicated the use of vaccination for health benefits 80.7% (109). The results show that both mothers and fathers holding a university degree more frequent use the optional vaccination. People with higher education more often perceive health benefits. The analysis of the study showed that there was no statistically significant relation between maternal age and the use of recommended vaccinations. The additional costs were the main reason for the resignation of additional vaccination when travelling abroad. There were observed significant differences depending on the financial situation: The worse the financial situation the more frequent the abandonment of additional vaccination. Those assessing their financial situation as good or average were more likely to benefit from vaccination.Conclusions. Educational and promotional actions for immunization should be implemented by family physicians and nurses. For many patients, the cost of vaccination is a major barrier. Among people with lower education their knowledge about immunization must be broaden and the dangers of not using the recommended vaccinations, including before traveling abroad.
Authors and Affiliations
ANGELIKI ATHANASIADOU, MAŁGORZATA KOBUSZYŃSKA, MARTA GAWLIK , DONATA KURPAS
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