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I see this daily: vaccine-hesitant patients fed misinformation is usually the biggest issue.

"60% of Americans aren’t getting the updated COVID vaccine: Here’s who’s opting out and why"

a majority of people are either concerned about the vaccine’s side effects, or simply don’t think it’s necessary anymore.

fastcompany.com/91232220/covid

Fast Company · 60% of Americans aren't getting the updated COVID vaccine: Here's who's opting out and whyAccording to a new report from Pew Research, a majority of people are either concerned about the vaccine's side effects, or simply don't think it's necessary anymore.
MaksiSanctum he/him

Actual Interaction:

Me: Would you like your Covid shot today?

Patient: You're not giving me that!

Me: I'm very sorry to hear that.

Patient: You're not giving it to me!

Me: I didn't say I was, just that I was sorry to hear.

Patient: You're still not giving it to me!

Me: A few interview questions later: Would you like your flu shot?

Patient: Sounds good.

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