We appreciate the thoughtful comment from Dr Liao. While framed around religion he has honed in on a very important area not just related to religion, i.e., the importance of trust. Health care workers may be seen as ‘powerful’ by some who are hesitant. Thus, extra care must be taken not to intimidate, demean, or in any way downplay concerns, values, and beliefs. Trust must be built between the health care worker and the parent or patient if they are to be moved toward vaccine acceptance. As noted by Dr Liao, physicians may positively influence those who are vaccine hesitant when trust has been built, concerns recognized, and evidence shared in a respectful manner.
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