ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
The Masked Pandemic: Hesitancy during Uncertainty. Exploring the Factors Influencing Vaccination Decisions
- Chadee Derek
The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus - Ramesar Mala
The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus - Jadoo Donella
The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus - Matadeen Shenelle
The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus - Lynae Roach
The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Abstract
Vaccination is a medical, lifesaving response to several diseases globally. This study explores factors which influence the likelihood of taking a COVID-19 vaccine such as, perceived risk of contracting a disease, fear of the disease, perceived risk of vaccines, trust in government, trust in medical practitioners and religious beliefs
