{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The GP Podcast","title":"Vaccine Hesitancy","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1785,"description":"Participants\nDr Patrick Kelly, GP Clinical Lead for Immunisations, Irish College of GPs and HSE\nDr John Maher - Host\nSummary\nIn today’s show, Dr John Maher is joined by Dr Patrick Kelly, HSE/Irish College of GPs Lead for Immunisations to discuss vaccine hesitancy, including the history of the issue, drivers of hesitancy, and practical measures that practices can take to reduce hesitancy and increase vaccination levels in their communities.\n \nTopics covered include:\nTackling ambivalence, misinformation and disinformation;\nPractical steps to overcome vaccine hesitancy;\nPractice improvement opportunities, and\nAdditional resources available from College and the HSE.\nLinks\nIrish College of GPs Clinical Hub: Immunisations\nImmunisation.ie (HSE)\nDepartment of Health\nNational Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC)\nHealth Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC)\nDisclaimer\nThe information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it replace independent clinical judgment or consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.\nThe views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Irish College of GPs.\nListeners are encouraged to review current clinical guidelines, product labelling, and relevant policies before applying any information discussed in this podcast.\nThis podcast does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Healthcare professionals should exercise their own professional judgment in evaluating and applying information to specific clinical situations. Patients or members of the public should seek advice from their own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment. It may not be possible or appropriate in all circumstances to follow the advice/processes suggested in this podcast, for example due to resource availability.\nWhile efforts are made to ensure accuracy,...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/y2EoxHzUIjVYJ3OYuZDyKEUt5A0vOFWgd_rZpd9a_No/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jMDYx/ZTU3NGE1OGUzMmQ2/YWYxYzU5NTZiMmY1/Njc2YS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}