Examining Root Causes of Successful Vaccine Evidence-Based Interventions Among Marginalized Racial and Ethnic Groups Using Implementation Research Framework

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to understand how to improve vaccine confidence among historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups, focusing on vaccines for MMR and RSV during pregnancy and early childhood. These vaccines have been shown to reduce related illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths, but vaccine hesitancy in certain populations has led to poorer outcomes from vaccination efforts. The study will explore underlying factors influencing vaccine confidence through interviews with parents, clinicians, and experts. Participants include 30 birthing parents and their children aged 12 to 24 months, 35 clinicians from various specialties at Boston Medical Center, and 15 experts in vaccine-specific Evidence-Based Interventions (EBIs) and implementation science. Interviews will be conducted in English, Haitian Creole, or Spanish. Clinicians selected have experience with successful vaccine interventions beyond Boston Medical Center and affiliated centers. During the study, researchers will conduct interviews to assess vaccine confidence from the perspectives of parents, clinicians, and EBI experts. The study will measure vaccine confidence as the primary outcome. Participation involves one-time interviews, and the study aims to gather insights to better support vaccination efforts in underserved communities. The total participation duration varies by participant group, with all activities conducted under observation to ensure data quality and safety.

Vaccine Confidence Study Among Historically Marginalized Racial and Ethnic Groups