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. 2024 Dec 31;20(1):2356343.
doi: 10.1080/21645515.2024.2356343. Epub 2024 Jun 4.

Predictors of parental acceptance to live attenuated influenza vaccine for children

Shujuan Qu  1 , Min Zhou  2   3 , Kathryn S Campy  4 , Wei He  1
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Predictors of parental acceptance to live attenuated influenza vaccine for children

Shujuan Qu et al. Hum Vaccin Immunother. .

Abstract

To determine the influencing factors of Chinese parents' intention and behavior for children to receive live attenuated influenza vaccine during the 2022-2023 influenza season. A theoretical model was developed and included seven constructs, and structural equation modeling was used to test 11 hypotheses. From October 2022 to December 2023, a survey was conducted across 38 medical institutions in four Chinese cities and their subordinate districts, counties, and rural areas. Parents who accompanied their children for vaccinations were selected through a randomization process based on their child's medical card numbers. Measures were taken to minimize method bias, including a diverse geographical representation and random sampling. The survey resulted in the collection of 936 valid responses, exceeding the recommended sample size for structural equation model analysis and providing robust statistical inferences. During the study period, 936 respondents were included in the study. Perceived ease of use was verified to be a predictor of perceived usefulness and perceived value. Perceived usefulness was verified as a predictor of perceived value and behavioral intention. Knowledge was a significant antecedent of perceived value and risk perception of influenza disease. Risk perception of influenza disease was proved to be a significant predictor of perceived value and self-reported vaccination behavior. Perceived value significantly affected behavioral intention, and behavioral intention significantly affected self-reported vaccination behavior. Six demographic variables significantly moderate the theoretical models. The low vaccination coverage of live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) among children in China suggests a need for a deeper understanding of the factors that influence vaccination rates. Particularly, effective strategies are necessary from policymakers and practitioners to elevate childhood LAIV coverage.

Keywords: China; Live attenuated influenza vaccine; children; parental intention; risk perception.

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The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.

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