STUDENTS’ THEOLOGICAL AND ETHICAL PERCEPTIONS ON VIRAL VECTOR COVID-19 VACCINES

Authors

  • Rhea Marie B. Mula St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Alcher J. Arpilleda, MA St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Vince Andy Lira M. Alcala St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Deuxus B. Catacutan St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines
  • James L. Compe St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Zith Althea R. Piodo St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines
  • Charisma B. Yap St. Paul University Surigao, Surigao City, Philippines

Keywords:

COVID-19, Viral Vector, Viral Vecto, Philippines

Abstract

The study investigated the theological and ethical perception of the students towards viral vector COVID-19 vaccines. The instrument used was a researchmade electronic questionnaire to collect data from the participants. The study employed a quantitative approach, descriptive survey research design. It was found out that the students’ theological and ethical perception of viral vector COVID-19 vaccines is high. It indicates that the participants are well informed and aware of the controversy of viral vector COVID-19 vaccines, both theologically and ethically. However, incorporating both stands exhibits an intense dilemma between the students in choosing between the absolute good set by the church and the relative good for all humanity. Furthermore, there is a significant difference in the student’s ethical perception of viral vector COVID-19 vaccines in terms of the type of learner. Perceptions of such vaccines differ significantly with the type of learner, both academic and character. Hence, it is recommended that students, together with medical professionals, research other factors that can affect their perception of viral vector COVID-19 vaccines, such as their political, cultural, economic, and social perceptions. It could help them further understand the reasons for vaccine hesitancy and determine the viewpoints that can lead to vaccination acceptance among Filipinos

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2022-02-22

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Rhea Marie B. Mula, Alcher J. Arpilleda, MA, Vince Andy Lira M. Alcala, Deuxus B. Catacutan, James L. Compe, Zith Althea R. Piodo, & Charisma B. Yap. (2022). STUDENTS’ THEOLOGICAL AND ETHICAL PERCEPTIONS ON VIRAL VECTOR COVID-19 VACCINES. European Journal of Humanities and Educational Advancements, 3(2), 36-43. Retrieved from https://scholarzest.com/index.php/ejhea/article/view/1849

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Vol. 3 No. 2 (2022): EJHEA

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