Assessing the Readability, Credibility, and Accuracy of Online Vaccine Information for Pregnant and Lactating Individuals: A Cross‐Platform Analysis

This study highlights the trade-off between readability and credibility in online vaccine information. While official sources provide reliable content, their complexity may hinder comprehension. Addressing accessibility gaps through plain-language communication and misinformation mitigation strategies is crucial for improving digital health literacy and supporting informed maternal vaccine decision-making.

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Birth Defects Research
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2025-06-27
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https://doi.org/10.1002/bdr2.2500
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Misinformation and Its Impacts
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Assessing the Readability, Credibility, and Accuracy of Online Vaccine Information for Pregnant and Lactating Individuals: A Cross‐Platform Analysis

Ayhan Çeri
Birth Defects Research
Misinformation and Its Impacts
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Assessing the Readability, Credibility, and Accuracy of Online Vaccine Information for Pregnant and Lactating Individuals: A Cross‐Platform Analysis

Ayhan Çeri
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Abstract

This study highlights the trade-off between readability and credibility in online vaccine information. While official sources provide reliable content, their complexity may hinder comprehension. Addressing accessibility gaps through plain-language communication and misinformation mitigation strategies is crucial for improving digital health literacy and supporting informed maternal vaccine decision-making.

Birth Defects ResearchVol. 117(7)
Maternity and Children's Hospital (SA)
No poverty
Openalex Percentile: Top 80%
Misinformation and Its Impacts
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