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Last week, national cabinet agreed to fast-track the COVID-19 vaccine rollout for over-50s, who are now eligible from next Monday May 3.
We all know the vaccine rollout has been troubled so far, so many people are wondering how it’s going to work to bring forward vaccinations for this group.
I asked two behavioural scientists, Carissa Bonner and Rachael Dodd from the University of Sydney, how we can make it easier for the majority of Australians who want to be vaccinated. They came up with nine tangible ideas to ensure everyone has the information, access, and motivation they need to get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they’re eligible.
These included: using standard terms and simple language so everyone can understand the information they need to; an automated appointment system that books interested people in as soon as they’re eligible, or moves them to an earlier appointment if there’s a cancellation; and emphasising the benefits to the community of getting vaccinated, even if one’s individual risk is lower.
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Liam Petterson
Deputy Editor, Health + Medicine
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Carissa Bonner, University of Sydney; Rachael Dodd, University of Sydney
There are tangible things we can do now to help people understand the benefits and possible risks of COVID-19 vaccination.
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