COVID-19 vaccines knowledge and acceptance among Indonesian adults in Java Island

Background: To increase vaccination coverage, it is important to understand COVID-19 programs and respondents’ acceptance. Therefore, this study aimed measure knowledge of the vaccine its acceptance among Indonesian adults in Java. Methods: A web-based survey was distributed through social media on self-claimed knowledge, risk benefits vaccine, as well experiences vaccination. The period from March July 2021, 910 responses were included for further analysis. frequency each categorical factor, including their descriptive benefit side effects receiving or not explored. Predictor factors are investigated using multivariate ordinal regression analysis. Results: This showed that almost all respondents both groups have about vaccination, at least ever heard it. main source information media. More than two third group had already received a waiting list. Moreover, quarter still hesitate receive Only less 10% reject with strongest reason being scared effect. found influenced by age, medical background, history relatives who tested positive COVID-19, information, economic status, education levels. vaccines, having background. Conclusions: high levels Java. Increasing understanding risks necessary reduce hesitancy.