Table 2.
Attitudes and behaviors regarding vaccination importance and safety of parents surveyed.
| Item | A (N) | B (N) | C (N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| My youngest child had or would receive all the recommended vaccines | 8 | 6 | 466 |
| My child could get a serious disease if he or she were not vaccinated | 437 | 31 | 12 |
| It is important to vaccinate my child in order to prevent the spread of disease in my community | 389 | 55 | 36 |
| The benefits of vaccines outweigh the risks of vaccines | 408 | 48 | 24 |
| Vaccines are safe for children | 394 | 62 | 24 |
| Immunizations are very important for keeping children healthy | 360 | 92 | 28 |
A: Strongly/Somewhat agree. B: Neither agree nor disagree. C: Strongly/Somewhat disagree. N: Number of parents surveyed.