Attitudes towards the Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccine among Children's Guardians: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study in Poland.

ABSTRACT: This cross-sectional survey study aimed to assess the attitudes and knowledge of children's guardians in Poland towards tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) and its vaccine, as well as to compare these attitudes to those regarding other infectious diseases and their vaccines. Data were collected through anonymous questionnaires, both paper-based and online, from 3030 respondents across Poland, with the majority being from TBE-endemic areas. The survey included questions on demographic characteristics, general vaccination beliefs, and specific perceptions of TBE and its vaccine. Statistical analysis revealed significant associations between willingness to vaccinate against TBE and factors such as general vaccination attitudes, information sources, vaccine safety ratings, and perceptions of disease

SUBMITTER: Ates F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11360253 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature