Childhood vaccination communication project in Herefordshire
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Herefordshire Council’s Public Health team commissioned Healthwatch Herefordshire to undertake engagement with health professionals and parents to inform a communication campaign on take up of childhood vaccinations. They spoke to 645 people.
From the respondents that had doubts or concerns when asked about vaccinating their children, many had strong opinions for feeling this way and had often done a vast amount of research to come to their conclusion.
There were a number of themes that emerged from this engagement regarding people’s opinions towards childhood vaccinations which include:
- Overload of vaccinations
- Mistrust in public bodies
- Bad reactions
- Concern about links to Autism
- Ingredients, effectiveness and natural immunity