Occurrence and Reduction of Hepatitis B Vaccine Hesitancy Among Medical University Students - Shanxi Province, China, 2020.

ABSTRACT

What is already known about this topic? Previous research has primarily examined the issue of hepatitis B vaccine hesitancy in migrant workers and other adult populations. However, there is a lack of studies that have specifically investigated the prevalence of hepatitis B vaccine hesitancy among university students. What is added by this report? In this study, 19.84% of students expressed hesitancy towards receiving the hepatitis B immunization. A negative correlation was observed between hepatitis B vaccine hesitancy and knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to hepatitis B. Conversely, a positive relationship was identified between hepatitis B-related knowledge and attitudes and practices. What are the implications for public health practice? This study examines the factors contributing to vaccine hesitancy towards hepatitis B at a medical university in China. The results have significant implications for developing strategies to improve hepatitis B vaccination rates.