Communicating with parents about vaccination: a framework for health professionals

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21 September 2012

journal article
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Published by Springer Nature in BMC Pediatrics

Vol. 12 (1) , 154
https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2431-12-154

Abstract

A critical factor shaping parental attitudes to vaccination is the parent’s interactions with health professionals. An effective interaction can address the concerns of vaccine supportive parents and motivate a hesitant parent towards vaccine acceptance. Poor communication can contribute to rejection of vaccinations or dissatisfaction with care. We sought to provide a framework for health professionals when communicating with parents about vaccination.

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