Washington (AP) – At the start of the corona vaccinations in the USA, the Washington Post wrote on Tuesday:
«Science has taken a colossal hurdle. Now another one is emerging: overcoming distrust, suspicion, and false information so that people will accept the vaccine. What this moment demands is honesty and clarity. There are uncertainties. It is not known how long the vaccine will confer immunity. It is not known how long it will take for the population to develop adequate protection to slow or stop the spread. It is not known if some people experience side effects that will not show up until more vaccinations are given.
If opinion polls are correct, the general doubts subside somewhat. But countering the onslaught of inaccurate and misleading information will still be a huge undertaking. The best way to do this is through transparency and honesty. “
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