Enacting NIAC vaccine recommendations in Ireland would result in significant health and economic benefits. A new report reveals that implementing vaccination programs recommended by NIAC could prevent 73,731 hospital admissions, save 1,429 lives, and create 16,555 life years. These programs would also prevent an estimated 375,807 disease cases. The report commissioned by GSK found that adult vaccination in Ireland provides up to €4.8 billion in net monetary benefits, with a benefit-cost ratio ranging from €2 to €51 for different vaccines. Despite existing recommendations, none of the studied vaccination programs have been fully implemented in Ireland. This report highlights the importance of investing in vaccination programs to protect individuals, improve public health, and reduce pressure on the healthcare system.
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Hospital admissions would fall by more than 70,000 if vaccination advice implemented – report
