Parental childhood vaccination hesitancy and refusal in Türkiye: A systematic review of contributing factors.
Gökçe Naz Çakır, Şükran Musaoğlu, Oğuzhan Karaman et al.
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In 30 seconds
This systematic review examined factors influencing parental vaccine hesitancy and refusal in Türkiye, synthesizing evidence from 26 studies. Key findings indicate that misinformation from social media, distrust in healthcare professionals, and low health literacy significantly contribute to hesitancy. The review underscores the importance of health literacy and trusted information sources in improving vaccination rates.
Key findings
- Social media misinformation and distrust in healthcare professionals significantly contribute to vaccine hesitancy.
- Low health literacy and prior negative vaccine experiences are major factors influencing parental attitudes.
- Education, income, and gender showed mixed associations with vaccine hesitancy.
- Health literacy and accurate information from trusted providers can protect against vaccine hesitancy.
Why it matters
Understanding the factors behind vaccine hesitancy is crucial for developing effective public health strategies. By addressing misinformation and improving health literacy, healthcare providers can enhance vaccination uptake and protect public health.