Abstract
In the UK public concern about the safety of the combined measles, mumps and rubella [MMR] vaccine continues to impact on MMR coverage. Whilst the sharp decline in uptake has begun to level out, first and second dose uptake rates remain short of that required for population immunity. Furthermore, international research consistently shows that some parents lack confidence in making a decision about MMR vaccination for their children. Together, this work suggests that effective interventions are required to support parents to make informed decisions about MMR. This trial assessed the impact of a parent-centred, multi-component intervention (balanced information, group discussion, coaching exercise) on informed parental decision-making for MMR.
Original language | English |
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Journal | BMC Public Health |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 475 |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2011 |
Keywords
- parental decision-making
- MMR vaccine
- randomised cluster trial