Addressing barriers to vaccine acceptance: an overview.

Noni E MacDonald1, Robb Butler2, Eve Dubé3

  • 1a Department of Paediatrics , Dalhousie University, Canadian Centre for Vaccinology, IWK Health Centre , Halifax , Nova Scotia , Canada.

Summary

Vaccine hesitancy is a global challenge requiring tailored interventions. This study offers evidence-based strategies for healthcare workers to detect, diagnose, and address vaccine acceptance barriers, fostering immunization resiliency.

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