Making Vaccine Policy Values and Trade-Offs Transparent—Rebuilding a Consensus Supporting Immunization

Edgar K. Marcuse; Poland Ga

doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2026.2831

July 20, 2026JAMA Pediatrics

Making Vaccine Policy Values and Trade-Offs Transparent—Rebuilding a Consensus Supporting Immunization

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The aim is to enhance vaccine policy by increasing transparency in the values and trade-offs involved in decision-making.
Proposes a new framework for vaccine policymaking.
Focuses on identifying and weighing values related to immunization.
Emphasizes the need for science-based approaches.
Advocates for clearer communication of vaccine benefits and risks.
Proposes a framework that explains the trade-offs of immunization policies.

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Viewpoint proposes a transparent process for enhancing vaccine policy values and trade-offs, suggesting improved public consensus.

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This Viewpoint proposes restoring science-based policymaking around vaccines and adding a new component—a transparent process for explicitly identifying and weighing the inherent values and trade-offs.

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