vaccine hesitancy

Older woman receiving COVID-19 vaccination

The power of peer-to-peer communication in the COVID-19 vaccine rollout: study

08 May 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, discussions with peers played a large role in people’s decisions around vaccination, new research from UNSW Sydney shows.

People receive their vaccinations at a COVID vaccination centre

Millions of Australians still haven't had their COVID boosters. What message could convince them now?

29 Sep 2022

A review of COVID booster acceptance statistics suggests we may be unlikely to see coverage go much beyond 80 per cent – but we can still learn from others’ mistakes when it comes to health messaging.

Group of women at an anti-vaccination protest, one holding a sign that says "No matter what the situation, remind yourself 'I have a choice'."

COVID vaccines don't violate the Nuremberg Code. Here's how to convince the doubters

18 Nov 2021

Emotive claims, like COVID vaccination being unethical or coercive, are more likely to be shared on social media. But we can fight back.

protesters hold signs opposing compulsory vaccination for nurses

Health workers are among the COVID vaccine hesitant. Here’s how we can support them safely

04 Oct 2021

The vast majority of health workers accept COVID vaccinations, but we need to ensure the concerns of the minority are heard.

The Four Cs which might be the key to increasing vaccine uptake

02 Aug 2021

Psychology researchers advising the NSW government say a behavioural science model could prove the answer to increasing vaccination rates.

Person checking social media on mobile phone

May cause side effects: how social media could be affecting COVID vaccine hesitancy

01 Jun 2021

A UNSW researcher says a positive social media campaign could help to counter misinformation and fears about COVID vaccine side effects and boost vaccination uptake.