The Influence of Social Media, COVID-19 Knowledge, and Health Beliefs on COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Hesitancy among Young Older Adults
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This study examined the relationships among COVID-19 knowledge, social media use, Health Belief Model (HBM) factors, and COVID-19 booster vaccine hesitancy among 150 young older adults aged 60-69 years. A quantitative approach was employed using online questionnaires with closed- and open-ended questions. The findings showed that educational level was significantly associated with COVID-19 knowledge, while social media use was related to health beliefs. Key factors contributing to booster vaccine hesitancy included concerns about vaccine effectiveness, fear of side effects, exposure to misinformation on social media, and the perception that the pandemic had subsided. Future studies should use larger and geographically diverse samples.
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