Trust Communication Research Articles

Implications Of The Implementation Of Clinical Authority On Improving The Quality Of Nursing Services

Literature studies indicate that implementing clinical authority can enhance the quality of nursing care. However, many hospitals still have not fully applied clinical authority aligned with nurses' career paths. This research explores the impact of clinical authority on nurses' performance, both directly and indirectly, through situational leadership in Hospital X. Using a mixed-method approach with a parallel concurrent triangulation model, the study collected quantitative data via questionnaires from 300 nurses using total sampling. Descriptive crosstab analysis revealed no significant differences in perceptions of clinical authority, performance, and situational leadership based on individual characteristics. Structural Equation Modeling showed that clinical authority positively and significantly affects nurse performance. Qualitative data were gathered through focus group discussions with 13 nurses and semi-structured interviews with senior nursing managers. Thematic analysis identified six key themes: positive impacts on performance, the role of situational leadership styles, strategies to optimize nursing services, encountered obstacles, competitive challenges, and motivation to enhance care. The qualitative findings indicated that clinical authority fosters nurses' responsibility, adherence to standards, mutual trust, teamwork, and improved communication and caring attitudes. The corroboration of quantitative and qualitative analyses demonstrated alignment, confirming that clinical authority significantly influences nurse performance. To improve nursing care quality, hospitals are encouraged to implement structured career paths for nurses, ensuring that clinical authority is supported at every level

Responsible Email Marketing in Higher Education

In higher education, responsible email marketing emerges as a critical strategy for engaging students, alums, and potential students meaningfully and ethically. By comprehensively examining best practices and regulatory compliance, we aim to provide educational institutions with actionable insights for cultivating trust and enhancing communication effectiveness in their email marketing campaigns. This paper explores the nuanced landscape of responsible email marketing within higher education, focusing on balancing effective communication and ethical considerations. The paper aims to identify the starting points for creating a responsible email marketing campaign in higher education. Sources such as Marketing Compare, OmniUpdate, IBM Marketing Cloud and CoSchedule were used for secondary research. The results were formulated based on data published in surveys by RNL, Emma, Oberlo, LeadSquared, Full Fabric, Barnes and Noble, and WordStream. The following scientific research methods were used to create individual parts of the paper: extraction, information collection and processing, comparison, analysis, synthesis and interpretation. By examining current practices, regulatory frameworks, and case studies, we identify strategies institutions can employ to respectfully and effectively engage their audiences. Our analysis highlights the importance of transparency, consent, and personalisation in fostering trust and building long-term relationships with students, alums, and prospective learners.

Something between a colleague and a tool: exploring the complex nexus between the role, responsibilities, and expectations of language assistants in multinational police settings in Kosovo (1999–2018)

ABSTRACT The United Nations Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) and the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) included armed international police officers (IPOs) vested with transitional executive authorities from 1999 to 2018. IPOs initially assumed full policing responsibilities in cooperation with language assistants (LAs), until recruited Kosovo Police officers (KPOs) underwent training and integrated into multinational police teams. Drawing on twenty-three ethnographic interviews conducted between 2018 and 2021, this article explores stakeholders’ perspectives on the role and expectations of police LAs. The analysis reveals that, besides serving as communication facilitators, cultural mediators, fixers, and repositories of cultural knowledge and information, LAs transcended conventional translator and interpreter roles by proactively assuming police officers’ responsibilities, including statement-taking, assisting with reports, and proofreading. However, LAs encountered trust issues stemming from IPOs’ apprehensions about losing control due to the language gap and deviations from literalism, coupled with KPOs’ concerns about LAs’ potential influence on their performance evaluations and promotions. Moreover, IPOs from authoritarian states and militarized police backgrounds tended to perceive LAs as tools rather than equal team members. Interviews indicate that a professional LA, beyond linguistic proficiency, embodies strong interpersonal skills and professional qualities essential for fostering trust and effective communication.

The Association Between Chronic Pain, Substance use, and Primary Care Experience Among Veterans with Ongoing or Recent Homelessness.

Chronic pain and problematic substance use are prevalent among Veterans with homeless experience (VHE) and may contribute to a challenging primary care experience. To examine the association of chronic pain and problematic substance use with unfavorable primary care experiences among VHE and to explore the association of pain treatment utilization and unfavorable care experiences in VHE with chronic pain. We surveyed VHE (n = 3039) engaged in homeless-tailored primary care at 29 Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs). We assessed unfavorable primary care experiences with four validated Primary Care Quality-Homeless (PCQ-H) scales: multivariable logistic regressions explored associations between unfavorable care experiences for VHE with chronic pain and problematic substance use, chronic pain alone, problematic substance use alone, or neither. We then examined the association between receipt of pain treatments and unfavorable experiences among VHE with chronic pain. Last, we identified PCQ-H items that had the greatest difference in unfavorable response rates between VHE with and without chronic pain. The prevalence of unfavorable primary care experience was higher on all four scales for patients reporting chronic pain (with or without problematic substance use) (all p < 0.001), but not for problematic substance use alone, compared to VHE with neither pain nor problematic substance use. In analyses limited to VHE with chronic pain, those on long-term opioids were less likely to report an unfavorable experience (OR = 0.49, 95%CI 0.34-0.69). Receipt of occupational therapy was associated with lower odds of reporting an unfavorable experience (OR = 0.83, 95%CI 0707-0.98). PCQ-H items related to trust, relationships, and provider communication had the greatest differences in dissatisfaction ratings (all p < 0.001). Chronic pain is associated with unfavorable primary care experiences among VHE, potentially contributing to poor care outcomes. Strategies are needed to enhance patient-provider trust and communication and increase VHE's access to effective pain treatments.

Understanding the Dynamics of Board-Executive Director Relationships in Nonprofits: A Qualitative Study of Youth-Serving Nonprofits in Utah

A functional positive relationship between the executive director (ED) and the board of directors (BOD) is crucial to nonprofits meeting their missions. The present qualitative study sought to identify factors—including traits, behaviors, processes, and experiences—associated with positive relationships between BODs and EDs in youth-serving nonprofits in Utah. Surveys were utilized to identify pairs (N = 6) of board chairs and EDs who had high relationship satisfaction. Individual semi-structured interviews were employed with each participant. Transcripts were analyzed using two-cycle coding, descriptive and pattern coding in which three themes emerged: (1) Background; (2) Roles; and (3) Leadership. The findings illustrated effectively harness individuals’ professional experiences and skills and can provide essential support and mentoring to the ED. Furthermore, interviews with ED–Board Chair (BC) pairs revealed that holding similar values and motivations for serving and leading in the organization fed into harmonious partnership models and a supportive collaborative environment. A shared leadership approach, guided by set roles and responsibilities and solidified with trust and open communication, resulted in EDs and BCs being satisfied with their counterparts and how their organizations were operating. Findings can guide nonprofits in developing, maintaining, and evaluating relationships and processes related to leadership in nonprofits.

Minority ethnic older adults’ perception and behaviour towards COVID-19 public health campaigns in the UK

In the UK, minority ethnic groups were reported to face the greatest risk from COVID-19. Yet, little is known about their perception and behaviour towards COVID-19 campaigns. This study used 35 semi-structured, in-depth interviews with minority ethnic adults aged 60 or over in England and Wales to explore their motivations for complying with or disregarding official guidance and their evaluations of various campaign content and channels used early in the pandemic. Using Template Analysis, key themes in the interviewees’ discourse were identified, which were subsequently analysed using the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). This study found that the predominant motivations for non-compliant behaviour included fatigue from information overload, government- and socially-induced distrust, as well as self-reported personality traits. In contrast, compliant individuals emphasised community-based obligations and their trust in official communications. Although participants recognised the pandemic as a challenging time, they were generally unsatisfied with the credibility, consistency, and accessibility of public health messaging. This investigation contributes to health communications studies by adopting a qualitative approach and providing insights into an under-researched demographic.

Distributed Ledger-Based Authentication and Authorization of IoT Devices in Federated Environments

One of the main security challenges when federating separate Internet of Things (IoT) administrative domains is effective Identity and Access Management, which is required to establish trust and secure communication between federated IoT devices. The primary goal of the work is to develop a “lightweight” protocol to enable authentication and authorization of IoT devices in federated environments and ensure the secure communication of IoT devices. We propose a novel Lightweight Authentication and Authorization Framework for Federated IoT (LAAFFI) which takes advantage of the unique fingerprint of IoT devices based on their configuration and additional hardware modules, such as Physical Unclonable Function, to provide flexible authentication and authorization based on Distributed Ledger technology. Moreover, LAAFFI supports IoT devices with limited computing resources and devices not equipped with secure storage space. We implemented a prototype of LAAFFI and evaluated its performance in the Hyperledger Fabric-based IoT framework. Three main metrics were evaluated: latency, throughput (number of operations or transactions per second), and network resource utilization rate (transmission overhead introduced by the LAAFFI protocol). The performance tests conducted confirmed the high efficiency and suitability of the protocol for federated IoT environments. Also, all LAAFFI components are scalable as confirmed by tests. We formally evaluated LAAFFI security using Verifpal as a formal verification tool. Based on the models developed for Verifpal, we validated their security properties, such as message secrecy, authenticity, and freshness. Our results show that the proposed solution can improve the security of federated IoT environments while providing zero-day interoperability and high scalability. Compared to existing solutions, LAAFFI is more efficient due to the use of symmetric cryptography and algorithms adapted for operations involving IoT devices. LAAFFI supports multiple authorization mechanisms, and since it also offers authentication and accountability, it meets the requirements of Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA). It uses Distributed Ledger (DL) and smart contracts to ensure that the request complies with the policies agreed between the organizations. LAAFFI offers authentication of devices belonging to a single organization and different organizations, with the assurance that the encryption key will be shared with another device only if the appropriate security policy is met. The proposed protocol is particularly useful for ensuring the security of federated IoT environments created ad hoc for special missions, e.g., operations conducted by NATO countries and disaster relief operations Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) involving military forces and civilian services, where immediate interoperability is required.

You are safe here: A flyer with re-orientating messages for families of patients with delirium in the intensive care unit.

Patients in delirium require trustful communication and re-orientation. We developed a flyer with positive, re-orientating suggestions for families of delirious patients in intensive care units. Suggestions include creating a safe environment, interpreting unusual behaviours positively and fostering mental resilience. Additionally, families are encouraged to prioritize their own well-being, recognizing their crucial role in supporting their loved ones. This flyer offers practical strategies across four key areas: ensuring security and orientation, reframing noises and body experiences, managing agitation and reshaping perceptions. By equipping families with knowledge and tools, this resource aims to promote understanding, resilience and strength to humanize delirium care.

Person-Organization Fit and Organizational Commitment: Mediating Role Between Performance Appraisal Effectiveness and Employee Turnover Intention

Due to the harmful consequences of turnover in the context of hospitality industry, the current study aims at proposing a moderating mediated model through which turnover intention may be reduced. Person-organization fit, and organizational commitment were proposed to aid performance appraisal in lowering turnover intention. The study’s purposes are threefold. Firstly, to assess the direct effect of performance appraisal effectiveness on employee turnover intention. Secondly, to evaluate the indirect effect of performance appraisal effectiveness on turnover intention through organizational commitment. Finally, it examines the moderating effect of person-organization fit between performance appraisal effectiveness and organizational commitment. Research data were collected through a questionnaire form designed and distributed to a sample of employees of five-star hotels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Four hundred forms were distributed, and 289 were returned. Data were analyzed using Smart PLS. It was revealed that performance appraisal effectiveness significantly negatively affects turnover intention. Moreover, organizational commitment mediates the relationship between performance appraisal effectiveness and turnover intention. Finally, person-organization fit could moderate the effect of performance appraisal effectiveness on organizational commitment. The study recommends that performance appraisal effectiveness is enhanced through achieving equity in the appraisal process and providing trust and effective communication between appraiser and appraisee. This requires conveying appraisal criteria in advance to the appraisee and conducting appropriate appraisal interviews where the appraisee can freely discuss the appraisal results with their appraiser. Fostering person-organization fit via appropriate selection and socialization can support performance appraisal effectiveness by preparing employees for their understanding of organizational policies and practices.

Persuasive Effects of Crisis Communication during Public Health Emergency Outbreaks in China.

Major global public health emergencies face unprecedented challenges, such as an infodemic and scientific disputes, and governments especially need to implement fast and effective crisis communication. Firstly, this paper takes the Elaboration Likelihood Model as a framework and constructs a crisis communication persuasion effect evaluation method with emotion analysis. Secondly, this paper takes the crisis communication at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak in China as an example and examines the persuasive effects of the peripheral route, represented by medical experts, and the central route, represented by mainstream media. This study finds that the peripheral route of persuasive communication can quickly establish communication trust and quickly change the public's peripheral attitude, but the persuasive effect is unstable. The central route of persuasive communication demonstrates a significantly positive, stable, and anti-interference persuasive effect. Dual-subject persuasion is an important strategy for controlling an outbreak by rapidly establishing communication trust, combating an infodemic, boosting public confidence, and popularizing medical knowledge. This study evaluates the persuasive effects of crisis communication in the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak in China, hoping to provide valuable practical references for crisis communication during the outbreak in future global public health emergencies.

Advancing SDG 16 through political participation on social media: A Comparative Study of Social Capital between South Korea and the United States

The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16) aims to promote peaceful, inclusive societies and build effective, accountable institutions. Despite the growing influence of online media on political activities in the digital age and the increasing importance of achieving SDG 16 through political participation, there has been a lack of empirical research on this topic. This cross-cultural comparative study investigates the relationships among online communication, social capital, and political participation in South Korea and the United States. Online surveys were conducted in both countries, focusing on people's interest and trust in online communication, types of online social capital (bonding and bridging), and engagement in conventional and unconventional forms of political participation. Our findings underscore the pivotal role of social media as a platform for citizens to voice their political opinions and partake in democratic processes. We discovered a significant correlation between heightened interest and trust in online communication and increased political participation in both countries. This correlation is instrumental in achieving SDG 16.7, which advocates for inclusive and participatory decision-making. This study also highlights the nuanced differences in the relationship between online social capital and political participation. In South Korea, bridging online social capital is associated with unconventional political activities, whereas in the United States, bonding online social capital is linked to these forms of engagement. However, in both countries, participation in presidential elections is associated with bridging online social capital, providing a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics at play. The potential of social media to expand opportunities for citizens to participate in the political process and hold their governments accountable contributes to achieving SDG 16.6, which aims to develop effective, accountable, and transparent institutions. However, the study also serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by online polarization and misinformation. To fully realize the benefits of social media in promoting inclusive and sustainable social development, addressing these issues and fostering healthy online communities are essential.In conclusion, this study underscores the importance of promoting online communication and building robust online communities as key strategies for achieving SDG 16, engaging a wide range of stakeholders in the process of building a more equitable and sustainable future.

Informal contracts' influence on shipping efficiency: a customer- perspective of package delivery agent

Understanding the role of informal agreements can help delivery services prioritize customer preferences, leading to improved service quality and customer satisfaction. Unfortunately, where there are gaps either on general understanding of communication stand in-between the different of failure and success. This qualitative research study delves into the dynamics of informal contracts between customers and package delivery agents, and their impact on the efficiency of the shipping process. The research aims to gain a deeper understanding of how these unwritten agreements affect various aspects of the delivery process from both the customer and delivery agent viewpoints. Through in-depth interviews and thematic analysis, this study sheds light on the nuances of these informal arrangements and their role in shaping the overall shipping experience. The study revealed that informal agreements play a significant role in package delivery experiences. Participants described unspoken arrangements formed through trust and effective communication. Adherence to these agreements positively influenced service efficiency, with prioritized deliveries and improved accuracy. However, deviations from agreements led to emotional reactions such as frustration and disappointment, impacting the perceived trustworthiness of the delivery service. Additionally, the study highlighted cultural variations in the adoption of informal agreements and the importance of clear communication in establishing and maintaining these arrangements.

Public health communication during the COVID-19 health crisis: sustainable pathways to improve health information access and reach among underserved communities

This study aims to explore the perspectives of community leaders (CL) on trusted sources of health information, examine their roles, challenges, and needs in disseminating COVID-19 health information, and identify opportunities to improve public health reach and access for underserved communities. This qualitative study included seven focus groups conducted via online video conferencing from April-June 2021. The participants (n = 9) were CL recruited from the Texas Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL) for their experience working with underserved communities in Dallas, Texas. Data were coded deductively and analyzed thematically. The analysis resulted in three themes: (1) Information fatigue, mistrust, and desensitization were experienced by community members and leaders; (2) CL were expected to process, verify, and share accurate and timely COVID-19 health information; (3) CL identified potential strategies to improve COVID-19 health info access and reach. CLs were critical in addressing mis/disinformation and fostering trust in public health communication, particularly in underserved communities. They acted as vital intermediaries for health information, striving to debunk mis/disinformation and disseminate accurate health information. Public health strategies could benefit from prioritizing the integration of CL in communicating health information during crises and rebuilding trust within historically and racially marginalized and underserved communities. Supporting CLs, for example, through resources and training programs to counter misinformation and provide access to culturally and linguistically tailored health resources, may significantly enhance the access and reach of evidence-based health communication during health crises.

Dealing with Overparenting: Developmental Outcomes in Emerging Adults Exposed to Overprotection and Overcontrol

AbstractOverparenting is defined as a parenting style characterized by overprotection, overcontrol, and an excess of involvement in the life of one’s offspring. These types of parenting practices turn out to be particularly intrusive during the period of emerging adults in which the need for autonomy is the element that most characterizes this stage of development. The current review aimed at summarizing studies that considered the repercussions of overparenting’s dysfunctional behaviors on offspring during the developmental phase of emerging adulthood and was carried out using the new Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) protocol. Articles were retrieved from Scopus and Web of Science databases. After having initially considered 832 papers, 31 studies were deemed eligible to be included in this review. The analysis of these studies showed that individuals subjected to overparenting are prone to developing various internalizing and externalizing symptoms. Internalizing symptoms are more prevalent and are often associated with conditions such as depression, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety. Pivotal recommendations have been suggested to reduce the impact of overparenting practices on the well-being of young adults. These include the development of coping strategies and the development of trust, resilience, and open communication within the supportive context of clinical intervention.

Identifying the contribution of communication and trust in aviation maintenance occurrences: A content analysis methodology

As communication and trust are both linked with safety, this paper aims to investigate their contribution to aviation maintenance incidents and accidents. For this purpose, the content analysis method is used to investigate whether trust and communication factors were present in aviation maintenance occurrences. Content analysis is used as a qualitative and quantitative tool. For the data analysis, apart from direct investigation for keywords throughout the material for analysis (aviation accident/incident reports with maintenance involvement), a survey tool was also employed. The items of this survey tool (Communication and Trust Question Set) were used to filter the reports’ text to indirectly identify the two factors under examination (communication and trust). As a qualitative tool, the content analysis yielded results via mapping and narrative techniques. As a quantitative tool, results were obtained and reported with the help of descriptive statistics (counts, frequencies). The results indicated that elements of trust and communication are indirectly detectable in aviation maintenance occurrences. Both ineffective communication and lack of trust were identified as a key accident/incident causal condition. Interpersonal trust is recommended to be included in the implementation requirements of any communication system. The limitations associated with the difference in the structure and consistency of the examined material are also discussed.

Navigating Trust: The Interplay of Trust in Automation and Team Communication in an Extended Simulated Military Mission

Navigating Trust: The Interplay of Trust in Automation and Team Communication in an Extended Simulated Military Mission

Insights from a community-based survey on factors influencing acceptance and uptake of Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir and ritonavir) as a COVID-19 antiviral medication in Singapore

IntroductionAntiviral treatment can reduce the burden of COVID-19. But utilisation can be suboptimal, even in a setting like Singapore where it is fully subsidized for those with selected medical conditions and older adults (≥ 50 years). We hence investigated the factors affecting awareness, acceptance, and initiative to request Paxlovid.MethodsWe assessed the Paxlovid awareness, factors impacting its uptake in a survey conducted from August 2022 to September 2022 through the SOCRATES cohort. Multivariable logistic regression was used to investigate associations between sociodemographics, perceptions, and attitudes with the key study outcomes.ResultsAmong respondents to the Paxlovid survey, 54% were aware of Paxlovid. On being provided essential details about Paxlovid, 75% reported they would likely be receptive to taking it if prescribed, and 38% indicated the initiative to request for it if it was not suggested by their doctors. Factors associated with awareness of Paxlovid include aged 40 years old and above, higher education, citing websites as an information source, greater trust in healthcare providers (aOR: 1.65, 95% CI 1.26 – 2.15) and government communications (aOR: 0.69, 95% CI 0.55 – 0.86), and higher perceived risk of COVID-19 infection (aOR: 1.25, 95% CI 1.10 – 1.42). Factors associated with acceptance to take Paxlovid include male gender, citing trust in healthcare providers (aOR: 1.49, 95% CI 1.11 – 1.99) and government communications (aOR: 1.38, 95% CI 1.09 – 1.76), and higher perceived severity of COVID-19 (aOR: 1.23, 95% CI 1.07 – 1.42). Factors associated with initiative to request Paxlovid include male gender, having pre-existing diabetes and higher perceived severity of COVID-19 (aOR: 1.24, 95% CI 1.09 – 1.40). The most common reasons for why respondents might not take Paxlovid were concerns about side effects (64%), concerns about costs (29%), and the perception that COVID-19 is a mild (25%).ConclusionThe majority of our respondents would take Paxlovid if it was prescribed to them, but a much smaller proportion would have the initiative to request for this. Key factors that may influence uptake are COVID-19 threat perceptions, trust in healthcare and government, and perceptions of the drug’s side effects and cost.

Fault-tolerant security-efficiency combined authentication scheme for manned-unmanned teaming

Manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) is an emerging network system which interconnects manned aerial vehicles (MAVs) with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to enhance mission effectiveness and reduce workloads. Like other wireless systems, MUM-T is prone to attacks from the open communication channel. Therefore, an authentication scheme is required to establish secure and trusted communication between the MAV and the UAV. However, existing schemes fail to provide adequate security features and necessary efficiency, mostly due to their incomprehensive threat modeling and improper use of authentication techniques. Moreover, traditional centralized architecture of the authentication server leads to the single point of failure (SPOF) problem, which jeopardizes the robustness and scalability of MUM-T. In this paper, we propose a fault-tolerant authentication scheme for MUM-T that will solve these problems. To enhance its security, we construct a new threat model consisting of adversary's capabilities, security features, and security challenges to ensure the security of a scheme under combination attacks. To preserve the highest possible efficiency, we propose the design principle of using lightweight primitives for authentication and applying public key operations in key establishment. To address the SPOF problem, we employ a distributed fault-tolerant mechanism to share registration information within authentication servers and defend against faulty nodes. As is demonstrated by the security proof and performance comparison, our scheme succeeds in improving security and reducing overall costs, which provides a better solution than existing schemes.

A Qualitative Inquiry into Nurse-Family Partnership Black Client Perspectives.

Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) is a home visiting program designed to improve pregnancy outcomes, child health and development, and life course outcomes for families facing socioeconomic inequalities through support and education provided by nurses to first-time mothers during pregnancy and up to 2years postpartum. Studies show that home visiting programs like NFP have positive outcomes, but attrition remains a concern which may impact the desired health equity goals. Black mothers are more likely to withdraw from the NFP program, and research is lacking regarding their experiences in home visiting programs despite facing maternal health inequities rooted in racism. The present study aimed to understand factors that influenced program continuation and provide insights for program improvement. Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with 21 Black NFP clients from multiple sites. Key findings include the importance of the nurse-client relationship, access to reliable health information, and racial concordance in the nurse-client pairing. Clients valued supportive, nonjudgmental nurses who provided dependable support and education. Racially concordant partnerships were perceived as more comfortable and understanding, fostering trust and open communication. Clients also suggested that invasion of privacy during home visits and a lack of connection with their nurse could contribute to program discontinuation. Efforts to increase program retention of Black clients should focus on fostering a strong nurse-client alliance. Recommendations include increasing racial diversity in the nurse workforce, implementing a nurse-client matching system, and allowing clients to request a new nurse if needed.

Trust in Governmental Health Communication on Covid-19

Trust in governmental communication is critical to the successful containment of public health crises. However, in highly politicised crises, trust varies as a function of partisanship. This research report examines the relationship between political preferences and trust in governmental health communication during the Covid-19 pandemic in Germany. We pay particular attention to the interaction between (a) different dimensions of vulnerability to the virus and (b) distrust rooted in partisan preferences. Using original data from a representative, four-wave online survey conducted in Germany in 2020 and 2021, we found moderate to low levels of trust in information from the government. Whereas belonging to a vulnerable age group (65+) and fear of infection were significantly associated with trust, identification as a member of a risk group was not. Voters of the right-wing populist AfD were less likely to trust government information. Finally, the association between fear of infection and trust was stronger among AfD voters than among voters of established parties. We conclude that public health campaigns should account for the fact that politicised individuals may not trust communicators in prolonged crises. Messages targeting members of risk groups and partisans of populist parties should make health risks relatable to them as individuals.