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The long-term economic effects of polio: Evidence from the introduction of the polio vaccine to Sweden in 1957.

Author: BengtssonTommy, NilssonAnton, Serratos-SoteloLuis

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.

Overview

This study investigated the long-term economic effects of polio vaccination in Sweden. Contrary to previous findings on other health interventions, the study found no significant impact of polio vaccination on adult income, education, or hospitalizations. The authors suggest that this lack of effect may be due to the fact that many individuals who contracted polio experienced only mild symptoms and fully recovered, without long-term consequences.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
This study explores the impact an exogenous improvement in childhood health has on later-life outcomes. Using extensive and detailed register data from the Swedish Interdisciplinary Panel covering up to 2011, we follow individuals exposed to the introduction of the first vaccine against polio in Swe...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ehb.2019.04.002

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Polio Vaccine: A Journey Through the Desert of Time

This research delves into the long-term economic impact of polio, examining the effects of the polio vaccine introduced in Sweden in 1957. The authors used extensive register data to follow individuals exposed to the polio vaccine throughout their lives, analyzing the impact on adult economic outcomes.

Navigating the Desert of Long-Term Economic Effects

The study found that, unlike other health interventions, exposure to the polio vaccine did not have any long-term effects on the studied adult economic outcomes. This finding suggests that polio, while a serious disease, may not have lasting economic impacts on individuals who recover.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research offers valuable insights into the long-term economic consequences of polio and the effectiveness of the polio vaccine. It highlights the importance of considering both the immediate and long-term impacts of health interventions.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-03-02
  2. Date Revised 2020-03-02
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

31051391

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ehb.2019.04.002

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English

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