Equitable Vaccine Sharing Could Save 2.7 Million Lives in Future Flu Pandemic
A new report by the NUS-Lancet PRIME Commission finds that distributing pandemic vaccines based on population size rather than purchasing power could save an additional 2.7 million lives globally, though it would increase deaths in high-income nations. The study, which models a hypothetical influenza A outbreak, argues that a 'whole-of-society' approach to preparedness is essential to protect vulnerable communities and build trust before the next crisis.