VACCINE FUNDING

Jun 13 2025HEALTH

The New Reality of Vaccine Funding

The world has changed a lot since the COVID-19 pandemic started. Now, the focus is on making the most of the resources available for vaccination programs. This is because the way the disease spreads and the money available for vaccines have both shifted. So, it's crucial to think carefully about how to use these resources wisely. The COVID-19 virus has become som...

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

The Measles Menace: How Money Troubles Fuel Outbreaks

The recent measles outbreak in West Texas was not a random event. This disease, which was declared eliminated in the U. S. in 2000, spread across more than 20 counties. The primary reason? Health departments lacked the funds to run effective vaccine programs. This issue is not unique to Texas; it's a nationwide problem. Years of stagnant funding have left immunizatio...

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