Impact of Nonmedical Vaccine Exemption Policies on the Health and Economic Burden of Measles (original) (raw)

This paper evaluates the implications of nonmedical vaccine exemption policies on public health and economic outcomes related to measles. It examines the correlation between lax vaccine exemption rules and the resurgence of measles outbreaks, analyzing both the direct and indirect costs associated with increased disease incidence. The findings aim to inform policymakers about the potential dangers of such exemptions and highlight the importance of vaccine compliance for maintaining herd immunity.