Components of Communication During Vaccination

1. Types of communication
2. Communication skills for the health care provider
3. Providing accurate information
4. Information about potential adverse events and Post-vaccination care

The reasons for conscientious vaccine refusal are mostly:

1. Religious objections.

2. Philosophical objections such as a desire to live a natural life.

3. Fear of injections and needle stick pain.

4. Exaggerated concerns regarding vaccine safety.

At the personal level, the HCP or the vaccinator can always improve their skills by

• Understanding their attitude to immunization.
• Gain confidence and the ability to talk about the vaccines and the diseases they prevent.
• Giving one or more injections quickly, safely, and with little discomfort.
• Being non-judgemental and having a genuine interest in each individual.
• Looking beyond what is being said.
• Ensures that the caregiver understands the information given.