Meharry Medical College and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have announced the launch of an online portal that provides information in an effort to reduce vaccine hesitancy.
YourCovidVaxFacts.com provides answers to common COVID-19 vaccine questions in English and Spanish, including concerns involving vaccine development, safety and effectiveness.
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