A systematic review of studies examining the broader economic impact of vaccination in low-middle income countries (LMICs) found that vaccination programs may improve the financial sustainability and affordability of healthcare programs. The use of vaccines as part of a treatment cluster, or in combination with other infrastructure projects (such as water management systems) to maximize community health outcomes, offers opportunities for cost sharing between programs.
Full Citation:
Deoganakar, R., Hutubessy, R., van der Putten, I., et al. 2012. Systematic review of studies evaluating the broader economic impact of vaccination in low and middle income countries. BMC Public Health. 12(878).
Title of Article: Systematic review of studies evaluating the broader economic impact of vaccination in low and middle income countries
Author(s): Deoganakar, R., Hutubessy, R., van der Putten, I., et al
Publication Year: 2012
Publication Name: BMC Public Health
Publication Volume: 12(878)
Publication Source URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3532196/pdf/1471-2458-12-878.pdf
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1186/1471-2458-12-878
Topics: Economics & Return on Investment
Countries: Global