Immunization in the Americas shows progress, but over 1.4 million children missed routine vaccines in 2024
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Report: Over 14M Children Received No Vaccines In 2024
Above: A health care provider is placing a bandage on the injection site of a child who has just received a seasonal influenza vaccine. Image credit: Unsplash
The Spin
Narrative A
Vaccination programs face unprecedented challenges, including funding cuts and misinformation campaigns, that threaten decades of progress. The Trump administration's withdrawal from the WHO and cuts to international aid programs demonstrate how political decisions directly endanger children's lives worldwide.
Narrative B
Global vaccination efforts demonstrate resilience, with one million more children completing their full vaccine series in 2024, underscoring the effectiveness of coordinated international health programs. Countries supported by Gavi reduced the number of unvaccinated children by 650,000, highlighting the success of multilateral health initiatives.