Americans have unrealistic expectations for a COVID-19 vaccine
Two in five Americans say they don't want a COVID-19 vaccine, which is a problem. Finding out what Americans do want from a vaccine might help.
Jan. 13, 2021 • ~9 min
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Coronavirus vaccines: health experts identify ways to build public trust
The United Nations recently asked a group of experts across the world to recommend ways to persuade people to take a COVID-19 vaccine. Here is a summary of their suggestions.
Nov. 24, 2020 • ~9 min
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The next vaccine breakthrough: Health experts identify ways to help people trust a coronavirus vaccine
The United Nations recently asked a group of experts across the world to recommend ways to persuade people to take a COVID-19 vaccine. Here is a summary of their suggestions.
Nov. 24, 2020 • ~9 min
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Why scientists and public health officials need to address vaccine mistrust instead of dismissing it
People who oppose vaccines often are dismissed as ignorant or naive. Failing to hear their concerns and address them may only be fueling vaccine resistance, however.
Oct. 30, 2020 • ~10 min
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Video: Current rates of vaccine hesitancy in the US could mean a long road to normalcy
Current rates of vaccine hesitancy could jeopardize efforts to achieve herd immunity in the US, says Matt Motta, a political scientist who studies vaccine uptake and effective health communication.
Aug. 25, 2020 • ~7 min
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A COVID-19 vaccine needs the public's trust – and it's risky to cut corners on clinical trials, as Russia is
As Russia fast tracks a coronavirus vaccine, scientists worry about skipped safety checks – and the potential fallout for trust in vaccines if something ends up going wrong.
Aug. 12, 2020 • ~7 min
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