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GGD Opens New Vaccination Center in Zeist: 'Must Lower Barriers'
The GGD has opened a new vaccination center in Zeist to make vaccinations more accessible and address declining immunization rates in the Utrecht province. The facility serves residents from across the province, offering both vaccinations and consultations with doctors to dispel misinformation and alleviate concerns. GGD physician Annelein Kuiperbak emphasizes that the center is also a resource for people with questions about vaccines. Angèle Welting, Zeist’s alderman for health, highlighted the location's convenience, including free parking and good bus connections, noting it particularly benefits the Vollenhove neighborhood while remaining open to all. The GGD plans to extend its services by sending nurses into the community to reach those who do not visit the center voluntarily, employing personalized approaches to address hesitancy rooted in religious beliefs or lack of knowledge.
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