BACKGROUND: Chiropractors have expressed both pro- and anti-vaccination opinions. PURPOSE: We explored the interest of Alberta chiropractors in participating in immunization awareness and promoting activities. METHODS: Data were collected in a cross-sectional postal survey (response rate: 78.2%, 503 respondents) in 2002. Participants indicated their interests in a close-ended checklist of seven immunization awareness/promoting activities on 5-point scales. Analyses included frequencies and cross tabulations with demographic characteristics of respondents. RESULTS: More than 60% expressed at least some interest in participating in one or more activities. The three most popular activities were: call Public Health/doctor/nurses for information to answer questions on immunization (40%); refer parents to Public Health/doctors for information on immunization (39%); and display/give out pamphlets provided by Public Health on vaccines/immunization in office (29%). CONCLUSION: Public health practitioners might consider providing chiropractors with contact information for questions on immunization as well as pamphlets on vaccines and immunization for office display.
BACKGROUND: Chiropractors have expressed both pro- and anti-vaccination opinions. PURPOSE: We explored the interest of Alberta chiropractors in participating in immunization awareness and promoting activities. METHODS: Data were collected in a cross-sectional postal survey (response rate: 78.2%, 503 respondents) in 2002. Participants indicated their interests in a close-ended checklist of seven immunization awareness/promoting activities on 5-point scales. Analyses included frequencies and cross tabulations with demographic characteristics of respondents. RESULTS: More than 60% expressed at least some interest in participating in one or more activities. The three most popular activities were: call Public Health/doctor/nurses for information to answer questions on immunization (40%); refer parents to Public Health/doctors for information on immunization (39%); and display/give out pamphlets provided by Public Health on vaccines/immunization in office (29%). CONCLUSION: Public health practitioners might consider providing chiropractors with contact information for questions on immunization as well as pamphlets on vaccines and immunization for office display.
Authors: Judith C Kulig; Cathy J Meyer; Shirley A Hill; Cathy E Handley; Sue M Lichtenberger; Sharon L Myck Journal: Can J Public Health Date: 2002 Mar-Apr