Assessment of public intention to get vaccination against COVID‐19: Evidence from a developing country

• DOI: 10.1111/jep.13611
• Publication Date: 2021-08-24T01:03:57Z
• Authors: Muhammad Irfan; Abdul Latif Shahid; Munir Ahmad; Wasim Iqbal; Rajvikram Madurai...; Siyu Ren; Abid Hussain
• Keywords: Unavailability; Pandemic; Risk Perception; Sample (material)

Abstract Objectives Widespread acceptance of the COVID‐19 vaccine will be next important step in fighting novel coronavirus disease. Though Pakistani government has successfully implemented robust policies to overcome pandemic; however, studies assessing public intention get vaccination (IGCV) are limited. The aim this study is deal with literature gap and also expanded conceptual framework planned behaviour theory. We have introduced three new considerations (risk perceptions pandemic, perceived benefits vaccine, unavailability vaccine) a better understanding influencing factors that encourage or discourage IGCV. Methods Results based on sample collected from 754 households using an inclusive questionnaire survey. Hypotheses tested by utilizing structural equation modelling approach. results disclose factors, is, attitude, risk impart positive effects In contrast, cost negative effects. Notably, environmental concern insignificant effect. Conclusions Research findings emphasize importance publicizing devastating impacts society environment, ensuring availability at accessible price while simultaneously improving healthcare practices.