Introduction Vaccines are one of the greatest achievements in public health, preventing millions of deaths each year. Yet, despite overwhelming scientific evidence of their safety and effectiveness, vaccine hesitancy remains a significant challenge worldwide. Fueled by misinformation, mistrust, and sometimes cultural beliefs, vaccine hesitancy can lead to dangerous declines in immunization rates—resulting in outbreaks of preventable diseases like measles. Addressing this issue requires a careful balance of empathy, education, and community engagement. Understanding Vaccine Hesitancy What is Vaccine Hesitancy? The World Health Organization (WHO) defines vaccine hesitancy as a “delay in acceptance or refusal of vaccines despite availability of vaccination…