Table 3 Extracted categories of ethical considerations of COVID-19 vaccination from the service providers’ perspective
From: Analysis of ethical considerations of COVID‑19 vaccination: lessons for future
Category | Sub-category |
|---|---|
Safe and standard vaccine production | Compliance with scientific and ethical procedures Effectiveness and profitability of the vaccine Absence of severe adverse effects on health |
Vaccine supply | Allocation of sources for vaccine supply Vaccine availability Diversity and comprehensiveness of alternative vaccines |
Fairness | Vaccine fair distribution Vaccine fair prioritization Prioritization of vulnerable populations of society |
The significance of autonomy | Autonomy of patient (equal respect) Autonomy of community Autonomy of health service providers |
Accountability | Reporting correct information Reporting vaccine side effects Public trust and acceptance |