1 in 4 Canadians Say They Have Declined a Recommended Vaccine: Poll

1 in 4 Canadians Say They Have Declined a Recommended Vaccine: Poll
A dose of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination awaits the next patient during a vaccine clinic at Southwestern Public Health in St. Thomas, Ont., on March 4, 2025. The Canadian Press/Geoff Robins
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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.