Parental Behaviors Towards Childhood Routine Immunization in Selected Barangay in Luuk, Sulu

This study aimed to assess parental behaviors regarding routine childhood immunization in selected barangays in Luuk, Sulu. A quantitative descriptive approach was used to examine the characteristics and relationships of the variables. The research followed a cross-sectional survey design. According to Calderon (1994, as cited in Vizcarra, 2003), descriptive research involves describing, recording, analyzing, and interpreting the current state of a phenomenon. The study surveyed 100 parents, including both mothers and fathers, who were purposively selected from five barangays in Luuk, Sulu: Tubig-Putih, Niog-Niog, Mananti, Lianutan, and Lambago. Although there are twelve barangays in Luuk, only five were chosen for this study, with a maximum of 20 participants per barangay. The findings revealed that parents in Luuk, Sulu are adequately represented across socio-demographic factors and display generally positive attitudes towards childhood immunization. A moderate correlation was found between socio-demographic factors and immunization behaviors, reflecting the influence of government healthcare initiatives. This aligns with the Health Belief Model, suggesting that vaccination decisions are influenced by the perceived risks and benefits of immunization.