Dr. Andrew Boozary has witnessed many people walk away from vaccination clinics upon hearing that their second dose would be a different brand than their first. “There’s a disconnect between any of the recommendations or even a perceived disconnect that can cause people fatigue, and some mistrust,” Boozary said, adding this leads to people not stepping forward for a first or second dose. Public health officials continue to emphasize that it is safe to mix doses and try to counter the hesitancy around it. Aside from hesitancy around mixing vaccines, Khan says another reason of the vaccination drop off could simply be tied to fatigue. He points out that in some places in the U.S. health units have been actively calling residents and telling them to come in for their second doses.

Source: thestar July 19, 2021 21:24 UTC