Display of state board of health at fair, Donaldsonville, Louisiana.
1938. Photographer Lee Russell

Building Trust in Global Health

Explore the groundbreaking work of Dr. Heidi J. Larson, a pioneering anthropologist and author dedicated to vaccine confidence and global health. Discover insights, research, and initiatives that combat misinformation and foster trust worldwide.

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In this 2020 photograph, captured inside a clinical setting, a bandage has been placed on the injection site of a patient, who just received an influenza vaccine. The best way to prevent seasonal flu, is to get vaccinated every year. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 6-months of age and older get a flu vaccine every season.

Vaccine Confidence Research

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In this 2006 photograph, a man was receiving an intramuscular injection in his left shoulder muscle from a trained, registered nurse (RN), while his family was observing from over the nurse's shoulder.

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In this 2006 image, a qualified healthcare practitioner was in the process of administering an intramuscular immunization to a middle-aged man, using the man’s left shoulder muscle as the injection site. The physician immobilized the injection area with her free hand.

Created in 2003, this historic image depicts Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Clinic Chief Nurse, Lee Ann Jean-Louis, extracting a dose of Influenza Virus Vaccine, Fluzone® from a 5 ml. vial. In this particular view, you see a close view of her hands, holding the vaccine vial with her left hand, and using a syringe, extracting the vaccine dose, with her right.

A paediatrician giving a baby a vaccine injection

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Welcome to Dr. Heidi J. Larson's Official Website: Championing Vaccine Confidence Worldwide

Expertise in Vaccine Confidence and Global HealthDr. Heidi J. Larson is a renowned anthropologist and author, widely recognized for her pioneering work in vaccine confidence. As the founder of the Vaccine Confidence Project, she has dedicated her career to understanding the social and cultural factors that influence public trust in vaccines. Her research bridges anthropology, risk communication, and global health, offering unique insights into how vaccine rumors begin and persist, and how these dynamics impact public health initiatives around the world.
Comprehensive Resources and Impactful InitiativesThis website serves as a comprehensive platform to explore Dr. Larson's groundbreaking work, including highlights from her critically acclaimed book, "Stuck: How Vaccine Rumors Start and Why They Don't Go Away." Visitors can stay informed about global initiatives aimed at combating vaccine misinformation, access valuable insights from her academic and teaching roles at prestigious institutions like the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the University of Washington, and learn about her influential speaking engagements and media appearances.
Inspiration for Health Professionals and Curious Minds AlikeWhether you are a health professional, researcher, student, or simply interested in the future of health, this site offers a rich collection of resources and inspiration. Dr. Larson's work emphasizes the critical role of trust in shaping health outcomes globally. By engaging with her research and initiatives, visitors gain a deeper understanding of how building and maintaining vaccine confidence can drive positive change in public health policy and practice worldwide.

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