Updated
Updated · POLITICO · Jun 15
ICER Finds Covid Vaccines Cost-Effective at $73-$177 for All U.S. Groups
Updated
Updated · POLITICO · Jun 15

ICER Finds Covid Vaccines Cost-Effective at $73-$177 for All U.S. Groups

2 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Jun 15

Summary

  • An updated ICER analysis found Covid-19 vaccination for the 2026-2027 season would be cost-effective for every U.S. subpopulation at current prices.
  • Prices ranging from $73 to $177 still deliver the strongest value for pregnant women, infants ages 6 months to 1 year, and adults 65 and older, even as severe Covid cases have declined.
  • The review covered shots from Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and Sanofi and stressed that year-round infections can still lead to serious illness or death.
  • ICER said the report does not make public health recommendations, but it adds economic support for continued vaccination ahead of the coming season.

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