Isabella L Chan, Kelsey Schwarz, Nicole Weinstein, Gordon Mansergh, Ramzi W Nahhas, Deborah Gelaude, Robert Alexander, Leslie Rodriguez, Warren Strauss, Torey Repetski, Nancy Sullivan, Everett Long, Steve L Evener, Adrienne Garbarino, Laura M Mercer Kollar
OBJECTIVES: Effective health communication can increase intent to vaccinate. We compared 8 messages that may influence parents' intent to vaccinate their children against COVID-19. METHODS: In a cross-sectional survey of adults in the United States administered online in August 2021, 1837 parents and legal guardians were exposed to 8 messages (individual choice, gain/practical benefits, nonexpert, health care provider recommendation, altruism/community good, safety/effectiveness, safety, and effectiveness) to determine message reception and influence on intent to vaccinate their children...
January 19, 2024: Public Health Reports