Parental attitudes, beliefs, behaviours and concerns towards childhood vaccinations in Australia: A national online survey
My, C.; Danchin, M.; Willaby, H.W.; Pemberton, S.; Leask, J.
Australian Family Physician 46(3): 145-151
2017
ISSN/ISBN: 0300-8495 PMID: 28260278 Document Number: 693032
Vaccine hesitancy is a public health concern. The objectives of this article were to describe Australian parents' attitudes, behaviours and concerns about vaccination, determine the factors associated with vaccination non-compliance, and provide sources of vaccination information for general practitioners (GPs). We conducted a nationally representative online survey of Australian parents in 2012. We determined associations between demo-graphic and vaccination attitudes and behaviour. The 452 respondents were parents of children aged DISCUSSION: GPs have pivotal roles in addressing concerns regarding vaccination. Education and communication with parents will improve their knowledge and trust in vaccination, thereby improving vaccination compliance.