Addressing Misinformation in Vaccine Conversations

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Source: MedPage Today

Original: https://www.medpagetoday.com/beyond-diagnosis/vaccines/119708...

Published: Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:45:24 -0500

In "Beyond Diagnosis: Vaccines," Cleveland Clinic infectious disease specialist Donald Dumford III, MD, and host John Mangels explore how doctors can effectively communicate with patients about vaccinations. The book focuses on addressing misinformation in vaccination conversations. The authors emphasize the importance of an empathetic approach in discussions with patients. Doctors should listen to patients' concerns and answer them clearly and comprehensibly. The book provides practical strategies for building trust in vaccines. The goal is to help healthcare professionals have conversations that reduce the impact of misinformation.