That kind of misinformation was holding them from getting a lifesaving vaccine.

August 21, 2023 | 17m 36s

This storyteller shares their experince joining a COVID-19 vaccine research study, starting a new job as a COVID-19 nurse practitioner and the challenges being confronted with misinformation about COVID-19.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:30 - 39

GENDER:Female

EDUCATION:More than a college degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin White

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient,Provider,Participant

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Ear, Nose and Throat; Immune System; Lungs and Breathing; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:COVID-19; Infections, Injuries and Wounds; Mental Health

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need

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