Ready or Not 2021 Protecting The Public’s Health from Diseases Disasters and Bioterrorism

Included in the 2021 issue of this annual report that serves as a “scorecard” of states’ preparedness, is an interview with public health professionals about barriers to vaccination in communities of color entitled, “Earning Vaccine Confidence in Communities of Color” (see p. 12). Practical communication strategies for addressing barriers, such as misinformation and distrust of government, are discussed.