Scoring and psychometric validation of the 'Determinants of Intentions to Vaccinate' (DIVA) questionnaire.

Background: Primary care physicians (PCPs) play a key role regarding vaccination in France. The aims of the present study were to define the scoring rules and to assess the measurement properties of the 'Determinants of Intentions to Vaccinate' (DIVA) questionnaire that aims to assess PCPs' attitudes and beliefs toward vaccination.

Methods: The DIVA questionnaire was derived from a literature review and PCPs focus groups.

[The commitment of French general practitioners to vaccination: the DIVA study (Determinants of Vaccination Intentions)].

Objectives: Vaccination is an effective way to reduce morbidity and mortality related to infectious diseases. In France, primary care physicians are the main administrators of vaccines. Our objective was to conduct an exploratory qualitative study with primary care physicians to identify determinants of their commitment to vaccination.