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“At most vaccine events, the goal is getting as many shots in arms as possible,” said Maren Christenson Hofer (MNLEND 2018–19). “Our primary goal was creating the best possible experience and to bring some compassion and understanding to children and families, who may have experienced past trauma or have ongoing anxiety in these settings.”

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