Nearly 25 percent of Canadians report refusing a vaccine recommended by their family doctor, many because they were concerned about potential side effects, a new survey suggests.
Public relations firm Proof Strategies surveyed more than 1,500 Canadians this winter regarding their perceptions of vaccines and the reasons behind the reluctance of some to receive the shots.
The recently released results indicate that 24 percent of those polled have declined a physician-recommended vaccine, but their reasons for doing so are diverse.
The most common reason for refusal was apprehension about adverse outcomes or side effects, but some individuals said the cost of vaccines not included in provincial health plans is also a contributing factor….