Cost-effectiveness of meningococcal vaccination among men who have sex with men in New York city

Publication Details

Authors: MS Simon, D Weiss, A Geevarughese, JK Varma, et al.

Year: 2016

Source: JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes

Publisher: journals.lww.com

Citations: 9

Citations per Year: 1.0

Google Scholar Rank: 112

Author Count: 4

Abstract

Background: To control an outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) among men who have sex with men (MSM) in New York City, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene recommended meningococcal vaccination. This comprehensive cost-effectiveness analysis evaluates the economic impact of meningococcal vaccination strategies among MSM in New York City, providing critical evidence for targeted vaccination policies and resource allocation decisions during outbreak response efforts.

Key Findings

• Comprehensive cost-effectiveness analysis of targeted meningococcal vaccination
• Economic evaluation of outbreak response vaccination strategies
• Cost-benefit assessment for targeted high-risk population immunization
• Public health resource allocation optimization during disease outbreaks
• Evidence-based framework for vaccination policy decision-making

Research Impact

This important economic evaluation (9 citations) provided critical cost-effectiveness evidence for meningococcal vaccination among MSM during the NYC outbreak, informing targeted vaccination policies and resource allocation strategies for outbreak response efforts.

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Full Text: JAIDS Journal

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