Town Hall Provides Tools to Guide Patients Unsure About COVID-19 Vaccination

Physicians can also consider and voice their own differences in background. For example, a white male rheumatologist may verbally acknowledge his own privilege and say that, because of his life experiences, he may have different worries and perceptions than his patient. “That can mean a lot to your patient and really make people feel seen,” said Dr. Manning. From there, providers can let their patients know they are available to provide support and answer their questions about the vaccine.

The ACR has an extensive list of vaccination resources for providers talking to their patients, including a patient-focused infographic.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Safety of COVID-19 vaccines. 2021 Jun 8.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. Public Health Service Study at Tuskegee: The Tuskegee Timeline. 2021 Apr 22.

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