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Countering Vaccine Hesitancy
Abstract below; full text is at http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2016/08/25/peds.2016-2146
Immunizations have led to a significant decrease in rates of vaccine-preventable disease and have made a significant impact on the health of children. However, some parents express concerns about vaccine safety and the necessity of vaccines. The concerns of parents range from hesitancy about some immunizations to refusal of all vaccines. This clinical report provides information about addressing parental concerns about vaccination.