Fifteen-minute consultation: vaccine hesitancy – answering common questions
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Author(s)
Mistry, Ravi
Fitzgerald, Felicity
Type
Journal Article
Abstract
Vaccine hesitancy is on the rise and it is important clinicians are able to provide information clearly and correctly to address concerns raised. This article provides an evidence-based overview on communication strategies to address vaccine hesitant parents. It also runs through evidence-based answers on addressing common questions relating to vaccines such as 'overloading' the immune system, vaccine ingredients (aluminium, formaldehyde, thiomersal/thimerosal, gelatine, egg content), separate vaccines and the benefits of vaccines in addition to breastfeeding. Finally, readers are provided with useful resources for both themselves and parents to facilitate informed decision-making on immunisations.
Date Issued
2026-02-01
Date Acceptance
2025-02-10
Citation
Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education and Practice Edition, 2026, 111 (1), pp.2-6
ISSN
1743-0585
Publisher
BMJ Publishing Group
Start Page
2
End Page
6
Journal / Book Title
Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education and Practice Edition
Volume
111
Issue
1
Copyright Statement
© Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2025. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ Group.
Publication Status
Published
Date Publish Online
2025-05-12