Willingness to accept malaria vaccine among caregivers of UNDER-5 children: A cross-sectional study at pcmh and connaught hospital, freetown

Background

Sierra Leone has one of the highest malaria burdens in the world and children under 5 years of age are the most vulnerable. The malaria vaccine RTS,S/AS01 is a promising vaccine, but its use is still very low (around 50% of eligible children nationally). Knowledge of the willingness of caregivers and related factors is crucial for enhancing vaccine uptake.