Focus groups report that infertility is a common concern in addition to other general concerns about vaccines
Parental Perceptions Affect Decision to Vaccinate Children Against COVID-19
Parents who are more concerned about long-term risk and report greater anticipated responsibility less likely to vaccinate
One in Four Parents Nonadherent to COVID-19 Public Health Measures
Most common reasons included wanting to exercise personal freedom as a parent, wanting child’s life to feel normal
Parents Weigh Complex Factors in COVID-19 Vaccination Decisions
Parents report a mix of factors, including scientific evidence and political and social pressures, influencing their decision
Countering Antivax Misinformation Ups Parents’ Perceptions of HPV Vaccines
These social media messages build positive attitudes, which are tied to intention to vaccinate
Fewer Parents Talking to Child’s Regular Provider About Vaccines
Conversations less often about flu or COVID-19 vaccines versus school-required vaccines
Outreach Messages Up Well-Child Visits, Vaccination Completion
Rates of scheduling and completion of well-child visits increased regardless of whether messages were standard or tailored
Family Stress Linked to Problematic Child Media Use During Pandemic
No association seen for implementation of media-related rules during pandemic and problematic child media use
Only One in Five Parents Plan to Get COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Under 5 When Available
27 percent said they would ‘definitely not’ get their child vaccinated, 11 percent said they would do so only if required
2016 to 2020 Saw Anxiety, Depression Increase Among Children
From 2019 to 2020, increases seen in behavior or conduct problems and decreases seen in preventive medical visits