💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why is Florida’s immunization rate decline a concern for Hib?
- A: Declining immunization rates reduce herd immunity, allowing Haemophilus influenzae type b to resurge with higher hospitalization and mortality costs for children.
- Q: What does the new model quantify about forgotten diseases?
- A: The model first quantifies the projected health burden and economic cost of Hib and other vaccine-preventable disease resurgences linked to falling immunization coverage.
- Q: How does vaccine policy affect immunizations in Florida?
- A: Policy debates and access changes influence public confidence and uptake, which the model links directly to increased risk and cost of disease outbreaks.