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Global immunisation efforts saved 154 million lives in 50 years

Onmanorama — April 29, 2024, 03:00 PM UTC

Summary: A study by The Lancet reveals global immunisation efforts saved 154 million lives in 50 years, with 101 million being infants. The measles vaccine had the most significant impact, reducing infant mortality by 60%. Immunisation against 14 diseases reduced global infant deaths by 40%. Each life saved through vaccination gained an average of 66 years of full health, totaling 10.2 billion full health years over five decades.

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