Leventhal and colleagues found that participants were more likely to follow the recommendation of a health message and get a tetanus shot if:

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Leventhal and colleagues found that providing information about the dangers of tetanus and how to get the shot was the most effective way to encourage participants to follow the recommendation of a health message and get a tetanus shot. Fear-arousing messages may be effective in some cases, but informing individuals about the risks and benefits is a more reliable method. Simply listening to a health professional talk about tetanus may not be sufficient to increase the likelihood of participants getting the shot.

Leventhal and Colleagues Found That Participants Were More Likely to Follow