Vaccine safety and efficacy information
Dr. Ted van Essen is a former General Practitioner from the Netherlands who practiced for over 30 years. Since 2018, he is chair of the Dutch Influenza Foundation. Furthermore, he regularly shares his expertise in television appearances, including in talk shows and as "Dokter Ted" on the Omroep Max in the Netherlands.
Summary
Summary
- It is important to explain to older adults that vaccines may not prevent them from becoming sick, but instead it can prevent infections them from becoming very sick.
- Vaccine efficacy should be explained to older adults by using clear numbers and figures.
- Safety data of vaccines is elaborately monitored. This should also be explained to older adults.
- Healthcare professionals should ask people what they want to know, then they can provide the relevant information.