From both sides of the needle: Understanding effective interventions for facilitating non-national immunization program vaccine decision making in China.

ABSTRACT: Vaccination decisions are influenced by various psychological and practical factors. In China, non-National Immunization Program (non-NIP) vaccines, which are voluntary and self-paid, add uncertainty and autonomy to the decision-making process. Effective communication between providers and recipients is crucial but understudied. This study aims to integrate their perspectives, identify strategies for facilitating vaccination decisions, and analyze their mechanisms. From July to December 2023, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 caregivers and 12 vaccination providers across five Chinese provinces. Participants shared their experiences and decision-making processes regarding non-NIP vaccines. The Behaviour Change Wheel framework guided the analysis, utilizing iterative coding

SUBMITTER: Jiang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11346547 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature