[Re: https://www.hifa.org/dgroups-rss/leading-ob-gyn-group-issues-vaccine-rec... ]
Dear Neil and colleagues,
I share the concern that divergent recommendations from respected organizations create real uncertainty for healthcare professionals and the public. In maternal health — where vaccine decisions protect both woman and infant — this confusion has direct clinical consequences.
More fundamentally, this situation underscores why transparent, evidence-based guideline development matters. Clinicians need to understand not just what a recommendation is, but the evidence and reasoning behind it. When authoritative bodies communicate different guidance, they each must articulate their evidence clearly.
From a health communication perspective, conflicting guidance erodes confidence and compounds implementation challenges — especially in settings where misinformation is already widespread. This reinforces the need for trusted professional bodies to lead with transparent reasoning and explain the basis for their recommendations.
Best wishes,
Dr Suren Kanayan
HIFA profile: Suren Kanayan is the Administrative Manager at Central Hospital in Cambodia. Professional interests: Maternal and Child Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinical Practice, Healthcare System Strengthening in LMICs, Telemedicine and Digital Health Platforms. Email: skan71 AT yahoo.com