Hong Kong Facing a Lot of Vaccine Hesitancy: Professor

The video discusses the challenges of vaccine hesitancy in Hong Kong, highlighting issues with a specific vaccine batch and the general distrust and complacency among the population. It explores potential incentives to encourage vaccination and debates the use of vaccine passports. The importance of achieving high vaccine coverage to return to normal life is emphasized.

What percentage of people in Hong Kong had received the vaccine at the time of the discussion?

• 6%

• 70%

• 60%

• 16%

What was the reported issue with some vaccine vials in Hong Kong?

• Wrong dosage

• Expired vaccines

• Cracks or leaks

• Incorrect labeling

What are two main reasons for vaccine hesitancy in Hong Kong?

• Cultural beliefs and religious restrictions

• Lack of information and side effects

• Distrust and complacency

• High cost and limited availability

Why might people in Hong Kong feel less urgency to get vaccinated?

• Vaccine shortages

• Government mandates

• Low perceived risk due to successful COVID-19 control

• High levels of natural immunity

What incentive is being considered to encourage vaccination in Hong Kong?

• Cash rewards

• Free healthcare

• Tax reductions

• Travel passports

What is a potential risk of allowing vaccinated travelers into Hong Kong?

• Overcrowding

• Increased infection risk

• Economic downturn

• Vaccine shortages

Why is high vaccine coverage important for economic activity and border reopening?

• To comply with international regulations

• To increase tourism

• To ensure herd immunity and normalcy

• To reduce healthcare costs