Table 2 Themes explored in the study
From: Community perceptions of malaria and vaccines in the South Coast and Busia regions of Kenya
Theme | Thematic areas explored |
|---|---|
1. Perceptions and experiences with malaria | • Perceptions of women and men around malaria. • Perceived causes of malaria. • Community experiences with malaria control efforts. |
2. Perceptions and experiences with child immunization | • Community experiences with vaccination programs and the health system. • Community perceptions of factors that influence immunization coverage and acceptance of a new vaccine. • Decision-making around child vaccination. |
3. Considerations for a future malaria vaccine | • Reactions to the prospect of a new vaccine. • Expectations for a new vaccine. • Concerns about a possible new vaccine. • The concept of efficacy. |