Australia’s rollout of the coronavirus vaccine is underway.

It’s a hot topic in the media —and is also likely to be discussed at many family gatherings across the country this Easter long weekend.

While Australia's COVID-19 vaccines are, overall, safe and effective, it's normal for people to have questions about it.

ABC Health & Wellbeing has created this illustrated guide on how to approach these conversations with empathy — and tackle misconceptions along the way. 

Also this week, we have discussions on menopause, parenting girls, lithium and sea shanties — among other things.

I hope you find time this weekend to read, to listen and to have thoughtful and stimulating conversations with those close to you.
Stay safe,

Simon Leo Brown
Digital Producer, ABC RN Online 

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