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- This study investigates Ghanaian parents' attitudes toward the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine and the factors influencing these attitudes.
- The survey included 818 participants, revealing that 29.01% were hesitant to vaccinate their children, with specific demographics being more likely to show hesitancy.
- The findings suggest that while many parents are open to vaccination, targeted programs are needed to address hesitancy and improve their understanding of the vaccine.
Article Abstract
Introduction: This study aimed to assess Ghanaian parental attitudes toward a new malaria vaccine, R21/Matrix-M, and its associated determinants.
Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted anonymously in July and August 2023 using snowball and convenience sampling techniques, using the Parental Attitude about Children Vaccination Scale.
Results: A total of 818 individuals were included, 67.2% were females, their median age was 32 years, and 29.01% were hesitant to vaccinate their children. People living in forests, with younger children, having the youngest child aged 1-3 years, skipping antenatal care or scheduled vaccinations, and not being willing to give the R21/Matrix-M vaccine to children, were vaccine-hesitant. However, healthcare workers, those having a relative who died from malaria, and those who vaccinated their child against malaria were less hesitant.
Discussion: A large sector of parents expressed willingness to vaccinate their children against malaria. Addressing parental hesitancy requires intervention programs targeting the identified factors and enhancing parental knowledge.
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