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  • Cholera perception survey. BHA builidng trust – Haiti: interim report

Book
CID:
  • 31987
Corporate Author:
  • International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
  • Croix-Rouge haitienne
Publication Date:
  • 2023
Publisher:
  • IFRC
Physical Description:
  • 7 p.
Language (Library):
  • English
Abstract:
  • The survey conducted in Haiti during December 2022 collected 190 responses from the departments of Grand Anse and Sud to assess perceptions of cholera, vaccination, and related behaviors. Findings show that while 74.74% of respondents had heard of the cholera vaccine, only 19% reported ever receiving it, and 80.28% had not received any dose. Trust in the vaccine is low: 35.21% do not trust it, and 45.77% have little trust, with only 19.01% expressing moderate or high confidence. When asked if they would get vaccinated if the vaccine were available, 44.21% said yes, 42.11% said no, and 13.16% were unsure. Despite this hesitancy, 91.49% expressed high satisfaction with the information received about cholera, suggesting that distrust may stem from contextual factors rather than communication gaps. Common rumors include beliefs that cholera infection leads directly to death, harmful effects of the vaccine, racial biases associating cholera with specific groups, and claims that cholera does not exist. Socioeconomic impacts are significant: 75.53% reported that recent cholera cases affected their economic situation, and 76.88% said their mental health was impacted, yet 60.85% lack access to mental health services. Additionally, 84.57% feel susceptible to cholera, and 66.14% report not seeking essential health services, often due to high costs, fear of infection, or service unavailability. Recommendations emphasize culturally sensitive RCCE strategies, rumor management, behavior change communication, and linking health interventions with livelihoods support to build trust and improve vaccine acceptance.
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Document Format:
  • photocopy
Number of Copies:
  • 1
Holding Library:
  • Library
Created Date:
  • 08 January 2026