Using the Theory of Planned Behavior and Past Behavior to Explain the Intention to Receive a Seasonal Influenza Vaccine among Family Caregivers of People with Dementia

Using the Theory of Planned Behavior and Past Behavior to Explain the Intention to Receive a Seasonal Influenza Vaccine among Family Caregivers of People with Dementia

Older adults with dementia present an increased risk of mortality due to seasonal influenza. Despite concerning evidence, the influenza vaccination program has been unsuccessful, with low rates of uptake in Italian people ≥65 years. In addition, being vaccinated does not eliminate the risk of contra...

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Main Authors: Francesco Bruno, Paolo Abondio, Valentina Laganà, Rosanna Colao, Sabrina M. Curcio, Francesca Frangipane, Gianfranco Puccio, Raffaele Di Lorenzo, Amalia C. Bruni, Raffaele Maletta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-05-01
Series:International Journal of Translational Medicine
Subjects:
family caregivers
dementia
theory of planned behavior
seasonal influenza
vaccine hesitancy
vaccination intentions
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-8937/3/2/17

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