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| Year : 2022 | Volume
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| Issue : 3 | Page : 108-114 |
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“I believe in science and in all vaccines:” Older adult and the intention for a vaccine against COVID-19
Marcelo de Maio Nascimento1, Allysson Nathan Galvão Nunes2, Luciano Juchem1
1 School of Physical Education, Federal University Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, PE-, Brazil
2 Department of Nursing, Federal University Vale do São Francisco, Petrolina, PE-, Brazil
Correspondence Address:
Marcelo de Maio Nascimento
Universidade Federal do Vale do São Francisco, Colegiado de Educação Física, Av. José de Sá Maniçoba S/N, 56304-917 Centro, Petrolina, PE
Brazil
 Source of Support: None, Conflict of Interest: None  | 2 |
DOI: 10.4103/shb.shb_17_22
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Introduction: To investigate the intention of older Brazilian adults to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, to find out their perception of the older adults' fragility to the virus, and to know their opinion on the progress of the national immunization plan against COVID-19. Methods: An exploratory qualitative study was carried out through semi-structured telephone calls with 32 participants (aged 60–89), between February and March 2021. Data were analyzed thematically, emerging three major themes. Results: Most participants expressed concern about the vulnerability of their immune system to the coronavirus, and dissatisfaction with the organization of the national immunization plan. Strong criticism was leveled at the leadership of the President of the Republic due to his resistance to vaccination and encouraging the use of hydroxychloroquine. Conclusion: The vast majority of respondents reported an intention to receive the vaccine. The short time for the production of vaccines generated distrust with its effectiveness. All expressed dissatisfaction with the organization of the national immunization plan, and agreed that after the pandemic, their lives and the world will no longer be as before.
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