Document Type

Poster Presentation

Publication Date

4-17-2026

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fsc2026

Abstract

This project investigates influenza vaccine hesitancy among college‑aged individuals, the age group with the lowest national vaccination rates, to determine how these patterns manifest at Fisher. Building on my previous semester’s literature search, this semester focused on a deeper review of documented barriers and the development of an IRB‑approved survey tailored to Fisher students. Prior research highlights several predictors of vaccination, including past flu experience (a very strong predictor of vaccination behavior) and encouragement from trusted authorities. Alternatively, common barriers include low perceived risk, safety concerns, and cost or time constraints. Fisher‑specific data were collected to assess whether these national trends align with campus attitudes, particularly given that “students trust doctors but don’t always act on it”. Fisher data showed higher overall vaccination rates in college students, however for different motivators than the standard. Findings aim to identify actionable barriers unique to Fisher and support targeted awareness strategies such as posters, flyers, and social media outreach.

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Poster presented at the 2026 Fisher Showcase, St. John Fisher University, April 17, 2026.

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