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Caregivers' perception and acceptance of malaria vaccine for Children.

Victoria BamAbdulai MohammedAbigail Kusi-AmponsahJerry ArmahAlberta Yemotsoo LomoteyHayford Isaac BuduCollins Atta PokuJoana Kyei-DompimCatherine Dwumfour
Published in: PloS one (2023)
The caregivers had positive perceptions about the malaria vaccine for children, with fewer hospital admissions and saving money as some benefits. Healthworkers played a significant role in influencing the acceptance of the vaccine. However, the fear of the unknown concerning the side effects of the vaccine serve as a possible barrier to recommending the vaccine to other caregivers. Health education must also address the fears of caregivers in order to enhance recommending the malaria vaccine to other caregivers and promote uptake of the vaccination.
Keyphrases
  • palliative care
  • healthcare
  • young adults
  • public health
  • primary care
  • plasmodium falciparum
  • mental health
  • health information
  • social media
  • prefrontal cortex