The most favourable control scenario against COVID-19, besides face coverings, hygiene and social distancing, which could provide long-term protection, is vaccination. Building on a previous study on public perceptions to COVID-19 vaccine trials among ethnic minority and vulnerable communities, a survey was developed to understand the willingness to participate in COVID-19 vaccine trials and understand the common barriers to involvement.
The survey looked at COVID-19 and vaccine-related health information including long-standing health conditions, clinical vulnerability and shielding advice, previous flu vaccine uptake, confirmed COVID-19 infections, previous participation in clinical trials and willingness to participate in a COVID-19 vaccine trial. Factors that motivated participation, including concerns that discouraged participation, information needs, accessibility and suggestions to encourage participation, were explored.
