COVID-19 Vaccine Helps Alleviate Pandemic Fears & Anxiety – 73 Percent Say Getting The Vaccine Has Positively Impacted Thei...
06 Mai 2021 - 3:00PM
Business Wire
“Relieved, thankful, optimistic” – positive
sentiments prevalent among those vaccinated
For more than a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted way of
life for everyone. It has especially taken a toll on many
Americans’ mental health and wellbeing, however 73 percent
of those vaccinated say getting the vaccine has had a positive
impact on their mental health, according to a new Walgreens
survey released today. More than two-thirds (67 percent) of
respondents feel that vaccination will benefit their physical
health as well.
Survey respondents were comprised of individuals who are fully
or partially vaccinated. With more than half of U.S. adults now in
this vaccinated population and many returning to pre-pandemic
activities and lifestyles, the sentiment most shared among
those vaccinated is relief (64 percent), followed closely by
thankfulness and optimism, the survey shows.
“Our pharmacy staff and store team members have seen first-hand
some of the emotion from customers and patients -- having endured
the past year of the pandemic, and now, recognizing the vaccine can
be the catalyst to getting back to the people, and the things they
truly value and have missed the most,” said Rina Shah, Walgreens
group vice president of pharmacy operations and services. “As more
people look to resume their pre-pandemic lifestyle, the coronavirus
vaccines have been and can continue to be the key for doing so as
quickly and safely as possible.”
Most are eager to see family and friends
Asked what they’re most eager to do post-vaccination and having
built up full immunity, most respondents (60 percent) said
seeing family and friends. Dining out and traveling
were second and third on the list, respectively.
Most wanted vaccine as soon as it was available
Nearly 70 percent of respondents were looking to get
the vaccine “as soon as it became available” to them.
However, 29 percent of those surveyed had mixed feelings,
but ultimately decided vaccination was the best/right thing to do.
Among the initially hesitant group:
- Sixty percent are women and half are under 40 years old
- Most said they decided to get the vaccine to help protect
others, while the majority of early adopters cited their own
peace of mind and protection as their top motivator
- This group also felt they were more likely to take limited
risks throughout the pandemic than their peers
Two percent of respondents got the vaccine because it’s required
by their employer.
Vaccine provides comfort level with return to
activities
The Walgreens survey also looks at people’s comfort level across
a range of activities post-vaccination, and respondents cite the
greatest comfort with seeing family and friends (86 percent) and
dining out (75 percent).
Prior to being vaccinated, the majority say going to the gym was
the activity that made them most uncomfortable (70 percent).
However, 75 percent now say they’re comfortable getting
back to the gym having received the vaccine.
Methodology
Findings from the research are based on an online survey of
1,500 people. The survey included a nationally representative
sample of Americans over the age of 18 who reported getting one or
both doses of a two-dose vaccine, or a one-dose vaccine. Interviews
were collected on April 19-21, 2021. Results are based on total
sample except where noted otherwise.
About Walgreens
Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the Retail Pharmacy
USA Division of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), a
global leader in retail and wholesale pharmacy. As America’s most
loved pharmacy, health and beauty company, Walgreens purpose is to
champion the health and well-being of every community in America.
Operating more than 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto
Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a
neighborhood health destination serving approximately 8 million
customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in
the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy
and healthcare services. To best meet the needs of customers and
patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with
platforms bringing together physical and digital, supported by the
latest technology to deliver high-quality products and services in
local communities nationwide.
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Jim Cohn Walgreens Boots Alliance Media Relations
jim.cohn@wba.com
Walgreens Boots Alliance (NASDAQ:WBA)
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