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The five common reasons for opposition to vaccinations (n=205)
| Reasons against vaccination | Number (%) |
|---|---|
| I don’t feel that I’m in any danger of contracting influenza. | 75 (21.2%) |
| I have no vaccination certificate with me. | 54 (15.3%) |
| I don’t feel that I’m in any danger of contracting pneumonia. | 54 (15.3%) |
| I’m suspicious of vaccinations. | 34 (9.6%) |
| I generally reject vaccination. | 29 (8.2%) |
