COVID-19 Current Events Tracker (CET)

ASPA COVID-19 PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN

A campaign to increase vaccine acceptance and reinforce basic prevention measures

CET – Annotated Questionnaire (Wave 82)

Note: The questions below are the proposed questions for the 82^nd wave of the Weekly Current Events Tracker (CET). Questions highlighted in yellow will be asked every week; questions highlighted in blue will be rotated into the survey on a monthly basis; and questions highlighted in green are meant to be asked in this wave only or are being asked again to update data on a variable of interest.

For the next section we would like to talk about current events.

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Item #: Q1
Question Type: Single punch 

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boost_auth: Have you heard that the FDA recently authorized updated COVID-19 vaccines for people ages 5 and older who have received their initial vaccine series?

Value	Value Label
0	No
1	Yes
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q2

Question Type: Single punch

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upvax_elig: Are you currently eligible to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine?

Variable Label: upvax_elig: Self-reported eligibility for updated vaccine

Value	Value Label
0	No
1	Yes
99	I don’t know
-99	Refused
-100	Valid Skip

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Item #: Q3
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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upvax_know: Thinking about the updated COVID-19 vaccines, please respond to the following statements.

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Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
upvax_know_4	The updated vaccines target the original strain of COVID as well as certain Omicron subvariants.	upvax_know_4: Target Omicron and OG
upvax_know_5	Updated vaccines are currently free.	upvax_know_5: Free of cost
upvax_know_6	Only people who are fully vaccinated (that is, they have received two doses of Pfizer or Moderna, or one dose of Johnson & Johnson) are eligible to get an updated vaccine.	upvax_know_6: Only fully vaccinated
upvax_know_7	Anyone 5 and older can get an updated COVID-19 vaccine if they received their last dose at least two months ago.	upvax_know_7: 5+ eligibility
upvax_know_8	Someone who’s fully vaccinated (that is, they have received two doses of Pfizer or Moderna, or one dose of Johnson & Johnson) can get any brand of the updated vaccine, regardless of which brand(s) they previously received.	upvax_know_8: Mix and match
upvax_know_9	Monovalent booster doses (the original booster shots) are no longer available for people 5 and older.	upvax_know_9: Booster no longer available 5+

Value	Value Label
0	False
1	True
98	Not sure
-99	Refused
-100	Valid skip

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Item #: Q4

Question Type: Single punch

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beh1_cet_r: Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine?

Variable Label: beh1_cet_r: Vaccination behavior

Value	Value Label
0	No, I have not received a COVID-19 vaccine
1	Yes, but I have only received one shot out of the two required shots
2	Yes, I have received all of the required shots
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q5

Question Type: Single punch

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vaccine_id: Which COVID-19 vaccine did you receive?

Variable Label: vaccine_id: Vaccine ID

Value	Value Label
2	Johnson & Johnson/Janssen
3	Moderna
4	Pfizer-BioNTech
6	Novavax
5	Other
99	I do not remember
-99	Refused
-100	Valid skip

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Item #: Q6

Question Type: Single punch grid

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booster_uptake7: U.S. health officials and medical experts now recommend additional COVID-19 doses after the initial vaccine series (two doses of Pfizer, Moderna, or Novavax; or one dose of Johnson & Johnson).

Boosters are additional doses you may have received after your initial series. Boosters were available from August 2021 to the end of August 2022.

Updated vaccines are COVID-19 vaccines reformulated to better target Omicron variants, sometimes called “updated boosters” or “bivalent boosters.” Updated vaccines became available in early September 2022.

Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine booster or updated vaccine?

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
booster_uptake7_1	I have received one or more booster dose(s) (available August 2021-August 2022)	booster_uptake7_1: Booster
booster_uptake7_2	I have received an updated vaccine (available starting September 2022)	booster_uptake7_2: Updated vaccine

Value	Value Label
0	No
1	Yes
-99	Refused
-100	Valid skip

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Item #: Q7

Question Type: Dropdown menu

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last_dose: Approximately when did you receive your most recent COVID-19 vaccine, booster, or updated vaccine dose? If you do not remember the exact date, give your best guess.

Variable Label: last_dose: Date of most recent dose

Participants select date from range: December 1, 2020 to present

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Item #: Q8

Question Type: Single punch

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booster_likely_v4: What is the likelihood that you will get an updated COVID-19 vaccine?

Variable Label: booster_likely_v4: updated vaccine uptake likelihood

Value	Value Label
1	Very unlikely
2	Somewhat unlikely
3	Neither likely nor unlikely
4	Somewhat likely
5	Very likely
-99	Refused
-100	Valid skip

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Item #: Q9

Question Type: Single punch

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boost_when: How soon will you get an updated COVID-19 vaccine?

Variable Label: boost_when: Wait to get vaccinated

Value	Value Label
1	I will get an updated vaccine as soon as I can
2	I will wait to get an updated vaccine for one or more reasons
3	I will never get an updated vaccine
-99	Refused
-100	Valid Skip

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Item #: Q10

Question Type: Single punch

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beh2a_cet: What is the likelihood that you will get a COVID-19 vaccine?

Variable Label: beh2a: Intention to get vaccinated

Value	Value Label
1	Very unlikely
2	Somewhat unlikely
3	Neither likely nor unlikely
4	Somewhat likely
5	Very likely
-99	Refused
-100	Valid Skip

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Item #: Q11

Question Type: Single punch

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beh3a_cet_r: How soon will you get vaccinated?

Variable Label: beh3a_cet_r: Wait to get vaccinated

Value	Value Label
1	I will get a vaccine as soon as I can
2	I will wait to get a vaccine for one or more reasons
3	I will never get a COVID-19 vaccine
-99	Refused
-100	Valid Skip

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Item #: Q12 

Question Type: Single punch grid  

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covid_risk: When it comes to getting sick with COVID-19, how concerned are you personally about each of the following?   

 

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Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
covid_risk_1	Developing short-term COVID symptoms.	covid_risk_1: Short term symptoms
covid_risk_2	Developing long-term COVID symptoms.	covid_risk_2: Long term symptoms
covid_risk_3	Being hospitalized because of COVID.	covid_risk_3: Hospitalization
covid_risk_4	Dying because of COVID.	covid_risk_4: Death
covid_risk_5	Infecting family or friends with COVID.	covid_risk_5: Infecting others

   

Value	Value Label
1	Not at all concerned
2	Slightly concerned
3	Moderately concerned
4	Very concerned
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q13

Question Type: Single punch grid

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testing2: COVID-19 tests fall into two categories: Rapid tests (such as antigen tests) give results in a few minutes, and can be at-home tests or tests given at a pharmacy or other location. Laboratory tests (such as PCR tests) can also be taken at home or given at a pharmacy or other location, but must be sent to a laboratory to determine the results and it often takes a few days to receive results.

In the last month, have you…

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
testing2_1	Taken a rapid test for COVID-19	testing2_1: Took rapid test
testing2_2	Taken a laboratory test for COVID-19	testing2_2: Took laboratory test

Value	Value Label
0	No, I have not taken this kind of test in the last month
1	Yes, and I tested negative for COVID-19
2	Yes, and I tested positive for COVID-19
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q14

Question type: Single punch grid

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ttt2: How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

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Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ttt2_1	Effective treatments for COVID-19 are currently available.	ttt2_1: Effective treatments
ttt2_2	Antiviral pills (Paxlovid, Veklury, Lagevrio) and monoclonal antibodies (Bebtelovimab) can be used to treat COVID-19.	ttt2_2: Antiviral pills and monoclonal antibodies
ttt2_4	I am familiar with the different options for treating COVID-19.	ttt2_4: Different options for treatment
ttt2_5	If I tested positive for COVID-19, I think I would be a good candidate for treatment with antiviral pills (Paxlovid, Veklury, Lagevrio) or monoclonal antibodies (Bebtelovimab).	ttt2_5: Good candidate for treatment
ttt2_6	I would be concerned about possible side effects from taking antiviral pills (Paxlovid, Veklury, Lagevrio) or monoclonal antibodies (Bebtelovimab).	ttt2_6: Side effects concern
ttt2_7	For COVID-19 treatments to work, they need to be taken within days of infection.	ttt2_7: Within days

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Somewhat disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Somewhat agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q15

Question Type: Single punch

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cv_risk: COVID-19 infections can cause severe complications, including pneumonia and trouble breathing, organ failure, heart and lung problems, blood clots, and kidney damage.

If you got COVID-19, how much risk do you think you have of experiencing severe complications?

Variable Label: cv_risk: Perceived risk of complications

Value	Value Label
1	No risk at all
2	Not very much risk
3	Moderate risk
4	High risk
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q16

Question Type: Single punch grid

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chronic_cond: Do you currently have any of the following health conditions?

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
chronic_cond_cancer	Cancer	chronic_cond_cancer: Cancer
chronic_cond_diabetes	Diabetes	chonic_cond_diabetes: Diabetes
chronic_cond_heart	Heart disease (including high blood pressure)	chronic_cond_heart: Heart disease
chronic_cond_kidney	Kidney disease	chronic_cond_kidney: Kidney disease
chronic_cond_lung	Lung disease	chronic_cond_lung: Lung disease

Value	Value Label
0	No
1	Yes
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q17

Question Type: Single punch grid   

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pandemic_assess4: How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?  

 

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Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
pandemic_assess4_1	We will be living with COVID-19 forever.	pandemic_assess_4_1: Living with COVID forever
pandemic_assess4_3	My life has mostly returned to how it was before the COVID-19 pandemic.	pandemic_assess_4_3: Back to normal
pandemic_assess4_5	I am less concerned about getting COVID-19 today than I was at the beginning of 2022.	pandemic_assess_4_5: Less concerned about COVID
pandemic_assess4_6	It is important for everyone to stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines to keep the pandemic under control.	pandemic_assess_4_6: Stay up to date
pandemic_assess4_7	I expect there will be a winter surge in COVID-19 cases.	pandemic_assess_4_7: Another spike
pandemic_assess4_8	I am concerned about a surge in cases of COVID-19 this winter.	pandemic_assess_4_8: Surge in cases

 

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Somewhat disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Somewhat agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q18-Q19

Question Type: Single punch grid 

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lift_restrict: How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements? 

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Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
lift_restrict_6	The pandemic is winding down and it is time to end all pandemic restrictions.	lift_restrict_6: Time to end all restrictions
lift_restrict_8	At this point, vaccination and masking decisions are personal choices and should not be mandated.	lift_restrict_8: Vacc and masking personal choices
lift_restrict_14	I use information about COVID-19 cases or hospitalizations in my area to help me decide whether to wear a mask indoors in public places.	lift_restrict_14: Use cases to decide mask wearing
lift_restrict_16	I support policies that require COVID-19 vaccination for colleges and universities.	lift_restrict_16: Support updated vaccine mandates in colleges
lift_restrict_17	I support policies that require COVID-19 vaccination for the workplace.	lift_restrict_17: Support updated vaccine mandates in workplace
lift_restrict_18	I support proof-of-vaccine requirements for large events (for example, concerts).	lift_restrict_18: Support proof of vaccination for events
lift_restrict_19	I generally wear a mask in indoor public spaces, even where it is not required.	lift_restrict_19: Wear a mask
lift_restrict_20	I generally practice social distancing in indoor public spaces, even where it is not required.	lift_restrict_20: Practice social distancing

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Somewhat disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Somewhat agree
5	Strongly agree
99	I don’t know
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q20
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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ptn_w82_1: We are interested in your opinion of a few messages about COVID-19. 

 

For the below message, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: 

COVID-19 hospitalizations at the peak of the Omicron surge (in January 2022) were higher than at any other time during the pandemic.

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ptn_w82_share_1	I would share the information in the message with a friend or family member who wants to know more about COVID-19 vaccines.	ptn_w82_share_1: Would share message
ptn_w82_motiv_1	This message is a convincing reason to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.	ptn_w82_effect_1: Reason to get vax
ptn_w82_diff_1	This message was difficult to understand.	ptn_w82_diff_1: Difficult to understand
ptn_w82_believ_1	This message was believable.	ptn_w82_believ_1: Believable

   

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q21
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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ptn_w82_2: We are interested in your opinion of a few messages about COVID-19. 

 

For the below message, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: 

If you’re over 50 or have an underlying health condition, you’re at higher risk for COVID-19 complications and should get treatment if you get COVID-19.

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ptn_w82_share_2	I would share the information in the message with a friend or family member who wants to know more about COVID-19 vaccines.	ptn_w82_share_2: Would share message
ptn_w82_motiv_2	This message is a convincing reason to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.	ptn_w82_effect_2: Reason to get vax
ptn_w82_diff_2	This message was difficult to understand.	ptn_w82_diff_2: Difficult to understand
ptn_w82_believ_2	This message was believable.	ptn_w82_believ_2: Believable

   

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q22
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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ptn_w82_3: We are interested in your opinion of a few messages about COVID-19. 

 

For the below message, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: 

Updated vaccines give extra protection against the worst outcomes of COVID-19.

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ptn_w82_share_3	I would share the information in the message with a friend or family member who wants to know more about COVID-19 vaccines.	ptn_w82_share_3: Would share message
ptn_w82_motiv_3	This message is a convincing reason to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.	ptn_w82_effect_3: Reason to get vax
ptn_w82_diff_3	This message was difficult to understand.	ptn_w82_diff_3: Difficult to understand
ptn_w82_believ_3	This message was believable.	ptn_w82_believ_3: Believable

   

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q23
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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ptn_w82_4: We are interested in your opinion of a few messages about COVID-19. 

 

For the below message, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: 

If you’re at high risk for COVID-19 hospitalization, getting treated for COVID-19 even if your symptoms are mild is important for you.

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ptn_w82_share_4	I would share the information in the message with a friend or family member who wants to know more about COVID-19 vaccines.	ptn_w82_share_4: Would share message
ptn_w82_motiv_4	This message is a convincing reason to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.	ptn_w82_effect_4: Reason to get vax
ptn_w82_diff_4	This message was difficult to understand.	ptn_w82_diff_4: Difficult to understand
ptn_w82_believ_4	This message was believable.	ptn_w82_believ_4: Believable

   

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q24
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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ptn_w82_5: We are interested in your opinion of a few messages about COVID-19. 

 

For the below message, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: 

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are now available for everyone 5+.

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ptn_w82_share_5	I would share the information in the message with a friend or family member who wants to know more about COVID-19 vaccines.	ptn_w82_share_5: Would share message
ptn_w82_motiv_5	This message is a convincing reason to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.	ptn_w82_effect_5: Reason to get vax
ptn_w82_diff_5	This message was difficult to understand.	ptn_w82_diff_5: Difficult to understand
ptn_w82_believ_5	This message was believable.	ptn_w82_believ_5: Believable

   

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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Item #: Q25
Question Type: Single punch grid  

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ptn_w82_6: We are interested in your opinion of a few messages about COVID-19. 

 

For the below message, please indicate how much you agree or disagree with the following statements: 

The CDC recommends everyone 5+ get an updated vaccine.

Variable Name	Variable Text	Variable Label
ptn_w82_share_6	I would share the information in the message with a friend or family member who wants to know more about COVID-19 vaccines.	ptn_w82_share_6: Would share message
ptn_w82_motiv_6	This message is a convincing reason to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.	ptn_w82_effect_6: Reason to get vax
ptn_w82_diff_6	This message was difficult to understand.	ptn_w82_diff_6: Difficult to understand
ptn_w82_believ_6	This message was believable.	ptn_w82_believ_6: Believable

   

Value	Value Label
1	Strongly disagree
2	Disagree
3	Neither agree nor disagree
4	Agree
5	Strongly agree
-99	Refused

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