Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered public perceptions of vaccines, particularly among parents. In high-income countries like the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia, factors such as misinformation, the expedited approval process of COVID-19 vaccines and unique local challenges have contri...
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| author | Stephanie A. Davey James Elander Amelia Woodward Michael G. Head Daniel Gaffiero |
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| description | The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered public perceptions of vaccines, particularly among parents. In high-income countries like the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia, factors such as misinformation, the expedited approval process of COVID-19 vaccines and unique local challenges have contributed to vaccine hesitancy, resulting in uneven uptake across various vaccination programs. Despite efforts like school-based influenza vaccination programs in the UK and free influenza vaccines in Australia, vaccination rates continue to decline. This is especially concerning given the concurrent circulation of COVID-19 and influenza during the winter months, which places additional strain on healthcare systems. Drawing on existing evidence, this commentary examines key factors influencing childhood vaccination rates and provides preliminary policy recommendations to address these challenges. Three actionable recommendations are outlined, including strategies to counter misinformation, improve accessibility, and strengthen public trust in vaccination programs. These insights aim to guide the development of effective interventions to increase vaccination uptake. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-68629a0cf5c9401f929b4881ffe206872025-01-24T01:32:09ZengTaylor & Francis GroupHuman Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics2164-55152164-554X2025-12-0121110.1080/21645515.2025.2457198Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among childrenStephanie A. Davey0James Elander1Amelia Woodward2Michael G. Head3Daniel Gaffiero4Department of Health, Psychology and Social Care, University of Derby, Derby, UKDepartment of Health, Psychology and Social Care, University of Derby, Derby, UKDepartment of Health, Psychology and Social Care, University of Derby, Derby, UKFaculty of Medicine, University of Southampton, Southampton, UKDepartment of Health, Psychology and Social Care, University of Derby, Derby, UKThe COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered public perceptions of vaccines, particularly among parents. In high-income countries like the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia, factors such as misinformation, the expedited approval process of COVID-19 vaccines and unique local challenges have contributed to vaccine hesitancy, resulting in uneven uptake across various vaccination programs. Despite efforts like school-based influenza vaccination programs in the UK and free influenza vaccines in Australia, vaccination rates continue to decline. This is especially concerning given the concurrent circulation of COVID-19 and influenza during the winter months, which places additional strain on healthcare systems. Drawing on existing evidence, this commentary examines key factors influencing childhood vaccination rates and provides preliminary policy recommendations to address these challenges. Three actionable recommendations are outlined, including strategies to counter misinformation, improve accessibility, and strengthen public trust in vaccination programs. These insights aim to guide the development of effective interventions to increase vaccination uptake.https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/21645515.2025.2457198Influenzachild healthvaccinationvaccinesvaccine hesitancy |
| spellingShingle | Stephanie A. Davey James Elander Amelia Woodward Michael G. Head Daniel Gaffiero Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics Influenza child health vaccination vaccines vaccine hesitancy |
| title | Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children |
| title_full | Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children |
| title_fullStr | Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children |
| title_full_unstemmed | Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children |
| title_short | Understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children |
| title_sort | understanding barriers to influenza vaccination among parents is important to improve vaccine uptake among children |
| topic | Influenza child health vaccination vaccines vaccine hesitancy |
| url | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/21645515.2025.2457198 |
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