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Decision Analytic Model Evaluates COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

Researchers studied methods for COVID-19 vaccine distribution using a decision analytic model.

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By Erin McNemar, MPA

- Using a decision analytic model, a new study finds that risk-based vaccine prioritization strategies could be the most effective method to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and ensure vaccine distribution equity.

The United States has seen more than 22 million cases of COVID-19 and 400,000 deaths due to the disease. Additionally, COVID-19 has highlighted health inequality in the country as populations facing social disparities have been disproportionately impacted. While the COVID-19 vaccine is the key to controlling the virus, the United States struggled with vaccine supply in early 2021.

It was recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) that the United States pursue a COVID-19 vaccine allocation rollout method.