Mass Vaccination

Data on Mass Vaccination Reported by J.R. Egan and Co-Researchers

Published in Vaccine Weekly, April 27th, 2011

2011 APR 27 -- According to a study from , "More than 30 years have now passed since the last naturally occurring case of smallpox; however, the variola virus still exists in at least 2 locations. The possibility that any clandestine stocks could be used for bioterrorism is a continuing concern for the public health community."

"Mathematical modeling is used to assess the impact of mass vaccination following a smallpox release when either standard public health controls are failing or political/public opinion is urging more comprehensive methods. Two mass vaccination strategies are considered: a blanket nationwide campaign v. an approach targeted only at...

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Source: Vaccine Weekly (2011-04-27)

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