Vaccination is one of the most successful health prevention tools, protecting against several infectious diseases. It has allowed us to eradicate smallpox, eliminate polio from nearly every region of the world and control diseases like measles, rubella and pertussis, among many others. Vaccination brings significant value not only to public health but to the economy as well, and should be viewed as an investment, rather than a cost. However, findings from a recent report, highlight several challenges faced by the vaccine industry in Europe across the value chain.

To take full advantage of the benefits that vaccination brings, we need the right environment to encourage vaccine innovation. Discover Vaccines Europe's policy recommendations.