Vaccine hesitancy is putting progress against covid-19 at risk
If the world is to tame the virus, the doubts will need to be fought
WHEN THE news finally comes it triggers a range of emotions. Most people told when and where they will receive their first shot of covid-19 vaccine speak of their relief, delight, even their elation. One person danced around the room, another “screamed a bit”, yet another felt giddy. “It feels”, says one, “that my life’s about to begin.” But for some, there are other emotions in play: concern, fear, even anger.
This article appeared in the Briefing section of the print edition under the headline “Broken arrow”
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