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    Disruptive Technology and the Indirect Impact on the Uptake of Covid-19 Vaccination through Self-Exempting Discriminant Attitudes and Misinterpretations in Kenya and the USA
    (International Journal of Research in Education Humanities and Commerce, 2024-10) Allen, Robert; Odero, Collince Omondi
    The study examines the indirect impact of disruptive technology on the uptake of COVID-19 vaccination through self-exempting discriminant attitudes and misinterpretations in Kenya and the USA. COVID-19 vaccine refusal is identified as a major obstacle to achieving health for all, with hesitant individuals spreading misinformation through social media platforms (disruptive technology) thus contributing to low vaccination uptake. The history of disruptive technology, vaccination, and the global COVID-19 pandemic are discussed as context for understanding the current challenges faced in promoting vaccination uptake using disruptive technology. Findings indicated no significant direct effects of disruptive technology on vaccination uptake, with key influencers being attitudes and misinterpretations. Recommendations include focusing on demystifying vaccine effectiveness and tailoring interventions to improve public knowledge and attitudes towards vaccination