In Argentina, universal vaccination for Hepatitis A in children, at 95% vaccine coverage, can prevent over 350,000 hepatitis A infections per year and 428 deaths. Benefits persist at coverage rates as low as 70% with over 290,000 prevented infections. At 95% coverage rates, this program would save almost $24,000 annually.
Full Citation:
Lopez, E., Debbag, R., Coudeville, L., et al. 2007. The cost-effectiveness of universal vaccination of children against hepatitis A in Argentina: results of a dynamic health-economic analysis. Journal of Gastroenterology. 42(2).
Title of Article: The cost-effectiveness of universal vaccination of children against hepatitis A in Argentina: results of a dynamic health-economic analysis
Author(s): Lopez, E., Debbag, R., Coudeville, L., et al
Publication Year: 2007
Publication Name: Journal of Gastroenterology
Publication Volume: 42(2)
Publication Source URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17351805/
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1007/s00535-006-1984-x
Topics: Economics & Return on Investment
Disease Vaccines: Hepatitis (A & B)
Immunization Terms: Equity
Countries: Argentina
WHO Regions: Americas