Why Vaccinate Against COVID-19? A Population-Based Survey in Switzerland.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: This study examined factors associated with COVID-19 vaccination intention at the very beginning of the vaccination campaign in a representative sample of the population in southern Switzerland. Methods: In March 2021, we measured vaccination intention, beliefs, attitudes, and trust in a sample of the Corona Immunitas Ticino study. Results: Of the 2681 participants, 1933 completed the questionnaire (response rate = 72%; 55% female; mean_age = 41, SD = 24, range_age = 5-91). Overall, 68% reported an intention to get vaccinated. Vaccination intention was higher in social/healthcare workers, and increased with age, trust in public health institutions, and confidence in the vaccine efficacy. Prior infection of a family member, predilection f

SUBMITTER: Fadda M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8997237 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature