Correlates of Covid-19 Vaccine Acceptance among Residents of Ohio: A Cross-sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recent studies in the United States have shown that between 56 to 74% are willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. A significant portion of the population should be vaccinated to avoid severe illness and prevent unnecessary deaths. We examined correlates of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among a representative sample of adults residing in Ohio.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study using an online platform (n = 2358). Descriptive statistics, chi-square test and multivariable regression analysis were performed.

Results

Overall, 59.1% of the participants indicated COVID-19 vaccine acceptance to be vaccinated. In the multivariable model, the likelihood of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance was lower for younger individuals compared to those 55 years and older. Th

SUBMITTER: Haile ZT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8813184 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature