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BBC Health 📅 16 Apr 2026 ⏱ 1 min read Infectious Disease

Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned – key findings from Covid report

Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.

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  • COVID-19 vaccination programmes prevented hundreds of thousands of deaths in the UK, demonstrating the substantial public health impact of immunisation strategies during the pandemic.
  • Vaccine hesitancy persists as a significant challenge despite the proven efficacy and safety profile, requiring ongoing efforts to rebuild and maintain public confidence.
  • Healthcare professionals should prioritise evidence-based communication and trust-building with patients to address vaccine concerns and improve uptake for future immunisation campaigns.
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Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.

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