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In top news this week, law enforcement officials nationwide are describing the state of recruiting as in “crisis” mode. Amid growing calls for police reform and national debate over the deadly use of force, police departments are having a hard time retaining and attracting officers.

And as the nation's health officials struggle to convince resistant populations to receive COVID-19 vaccinations, three science communications researchers offer suggestions to encourage protective behaviors related to the pandemic.

— The Gov1 Team
 
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