Wang, C., Lai, X., Abbas, K., Pouwels, K. B., Zhang, H., Jit, M., & Fang, H. (2025).
Health impact and economic evaluation of the Expanded Program on Immunization in China from 1974 to 2024: a modelling study. The Lancet Public Health, S2468266725000398.
https://doi.org/10.1016/S2468-2667(25)00039-8
Summary
Background
The Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI), initiated by WHO in 1974, is a cornerstone of public health. China’s EPI covers more than a sixth of the world’s population and includes eight routine vaccines with high coverage rates. This study aimed to estimate health and economic impacts of China’s EPI over the past 50 years (1974–2024).
