Addressing vaccine hesitancy in immunization programs, clinics and practices

This practice point offers evidence-based guidance for provincial/territorial immunization programs, clinics and office practices on how to address hesitancy and improve vaccine uptake rates. Steps to take include the following: 1) Detecting under-immunized subgroups (which requires record-keeping),...

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Published in:Paediatrics & child health 2018-12, Vol.23 (8), p.559-559
Main Authors: MacDonald, Noni E, Dubé, Eve
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Health behavior
Health education
Immunization
Parents & parenting
Pediatrics
Practice Points
Vaccines
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Summary:This practice point offers evidence-based guidance for provincial/territorial immunization programs, clinics and office practices on how to address hesitancy and improve vaccine uptake rates. Steps to take include the following: 1) Detecting under-immunized subgroups (which requires record-keeping), diagnosis, and targeted interventions; 2) Educating all health care workers involved with immunization on best practices; 3) Employing evidence-based strategies to increase uptake, including reminders, convenient clinic hours and locations, and tailored communication; 4) Educating children, youth, and adults on the importance of immunization for health; and 5) Working collaboratively across provincial/territorial jurisdictions and with the federal government, nongovernmental organizations, community leaders and health services.
ISSN:1205-7088
1918-1485
DOI:10.1093/pch/pxy131