Preferences and willingness of accepting COVID-19 vaccine booster: Results from a middle-income country

Vaccine. 2022 Dec 12;40(52):7515-7519. doi: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2022.10.057. Epub 2022 Nov 1.

Abstract

The recent wave of COVID-19 cases has led to the potential need for booster doses. We surveyed 6,294 people and found that 87.6% reported willingness to take a booster dose, with vaccine efficacy rate being the most common reason cited to accept booster dose. Differences in acceptance rates were noted among those working in non-health related sectors, different ethnic groups as well as those who had taken viral vector vaccines.

Keywords: Malaysia; Preference; Willingness, COVID-19 booster.

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19 Vaccines
  • COVID-19* / prevention & control
  • Humans
  • Income
  • Viral Vaccines*

Substances

  • COVID-19 Vaccines
  • Viral Vaccines

Supplementary concepts

  • COVID-19 vaccine booster shot