Natasha Prosser
Australia
Research Article
Survey of Australian Fathers Attitudes towards Infant Vaccination: Findings from the Australian Fathers Study
Author(s): Natasha Prosser, Rodney Petersen and Julie QuinlivanNatasha Prosser, Rodney Petersen and Julie Quinlivan
Objective: To investigate the attitudes of expectant Australian fathers towards vaccination, and to identify factors which may influence these attitudes. Methods: A cross-sectional survey study of 407 Australian men with expectant partners, mean age 30.4 (SD 6.7). Self reported attitude, level of knowledge and information resources accessed regarding pregnancy related issues. Participant demographics collected included: Age, number of children, relationship status, level of education, employment information and smoking status. Results: Majority (89%) of participants had a positive attitude towards infant vaccination, 9% felt neutral and 2% had negative attitudes. Positive attitudes towards vaccination were associated with lower self-reported knowledge of pregnancy issues but a higher likelihood of discussing pregnancy issues with health care providers rather than sourcing information .. View More»
