Assessment of the citizens’ perspectives on the COVID-19 vaccination
process which are ranked last in the vaccination groups: Qualitative
reports from Turkey
Abstract
Objectives: In this study, we aimed to evaluate the perspectives of the
citizens ranking last in COVID-19 vaccination groups towards the
vaccination process. Materials and Methods: In-depth interviews were
made with the participants using video conferencing method. Twenty-eight
video conferencing interviews were conducted with citizens who ranked
last in the vaccination groups. With the permission of the participants,
audio recording was obtained in all interviews, transcribed verbatim and
checked. Thematic approach was used to analyze the data. Data were
collected until saturated. Results: Findings were summarized into three
main categories. The first was “Satisfaction.” Participants expressed
their satisfaction about process management, home vaccinations and
continuous information. The second theme was “Dissatisfaction.” Some
participants expressed their dissatisfaction with the prioritization of
elderly people in vaccination and late vaccination of actively working
individuals. The third theme was “Reservations.” Participants stated
that they have reservations regarding possible complacency in the
society after vaccination and delay in vaccination of non-prioritized
groups. In general, participants stated that they were satisfied with
the supply of vaccines and applications. However, active working
individuals think that they should have priority over the elderly in
vaccination. Conclusion: To ensure full compliance with the vaccine
administration, it is necessary to enlighten all individuals, especially
those ranking last in the vaccination groups, about the prioritization
process and which variables are given importance.