U.S. Childhood Vaccine Availability: Legal, Regulatory, and Economic Complexities

Authors

Robin J. Strongin, George Washington University

Document Type

Issue Brief

Publication Date

11-12-2002

Abstract

Despite the vital role they play in public health, childhood vaccines travel a complicated road from laboratory to provider and patient. From the fall of 2000 until well into 2002, a combination of factors, including market dynamics, legal challenges, and regulatory hurdles, led to a shortage of some childhood vaccines. This paper examines each of these factors, focusing on the important roles of both the public and the private sectors.

Comments

Issue brief no. 785

Recommended Citation

Strongin, Robin J., "U.S. Childhood Vaccine Availability: Legal, Regulatory, and Economic Complexities" (2002). National Health Policy Forum. Paper 106.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/sphhs_centers_nhpf/106

Open Access

yes