Geospatial Dashboard for the Presentation of Qualitative and Quantitative Data Regarding COVID Vaccine Uptake in West Virginia

Keywords: qualitative, quantitative, COVID, dashboard, vaccination
Abstract Type: Virtual Paper Abstract

Abstract

Within the context of West Virginia, where our study is set, there has been resistance to public health measures, such as testing and vaccination. This dashboard is part of a broader project to examine the reasons why West Virginians are reluctant to get tested for COVID-19. Interviews were conducted at 17 vaccination events throughout the state, soliciting responses from first responders about the reasons they and members of their communities do or do not get COVID vaccines.
To present this data, we identified six themes in the data, and mapped which counties had interview respondents talking about each theme. In addition, we mapped out different socioeconomic and demographic factors of the counties that can provide spatial context to the interpretation of the interview responses. Finally, we compiled these maps into a dashboard with accompanying explanatory text.
The dashboard allows us to observe insights that would otherwise not be apparent, such as the limited impact of distance from medical facilities. These insights will, in turn, provide policy makers needed information to increase vaccine uptake rates within West Virginia.