Vaccination: Considerations to acceptance and refusal
Journal Title: Global Health Management Journal - Year 2018, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
This short review questions what factors lead to acceptance and refusal of vaccines in society. Focus of the study differentiated between factors that affect an individual’s choice to vaccinate their own child, and factors that affect the community’s perception of the safety and efficacy of vaccines.
Authors and Affiliations
Doni Marisi Sinaga
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