Table 1 Definitions of the “5As” taxonomy for the determinants of vaccine uptake domains [21]
“5As” domains | Definition |
|---|---|
Access | The ability of individuals to be reached by, or to reach, recommended vaccines |
Affordability | The ability of individuals to afford vaccination, both in terms of financial and non-financial costs (e.g. time) |
Awareness | The degree to which individuals have knowledge of the need for, and availability of, recommended vaccines and their objective benefits and risks |
Acceptance | The degree to which individuals accept, question or refuse vaccination |
Activation | The degree to which individuals are nudged towards vaccination uptake |