New York state health officials like Dr. Emily Lutterloh see the misinformation spread on social media about the COVID-19 vaccine. And it makes them concerned it's led many to remain hesitant in getting their shot. 

"All of the misinformation out there is a big frustration of ours," she said in an interview. "I think part of the problem is it's really easy to put out misinformation. It's quick and easy and people can just write whatever they want." 

Public health officials in New York are trying to get more people vaccinated, and they're worried many who haven't gotten their shots are getting bad information. Luttleroh is the director of epidemiology at the state department of health. But she's also a mom. And as kids age 5 and older qualify for the vaccine, she wants everyone to have the right facts. 

State officials this month unveiled a new website meant to provide correct information on the vaccine. It comes as more than 84% of New York adults have received at least one dose of the vaccine and many have qualified for booster shots.  

"As a parent myself, I understand how people want to protect their children," she said. "From my point of view, I'm not scared of the vaccines. I'm scared of COVID. I know what COVID can do to adults and children and I'm getting both of my children vaccinated."

Some of the more common misinformation comes from concerns about the vaccine's effect on pregnant women, which the site addresses. At the same time, the information provided can help family members whose loved ones may be hesitant to get vaccinated. 

"The more you know about it, the less people have fears," Lutterloh said. "The better information they have, the more likely they are to get vaccinated and that's what we want."