Smart, Local Solutions to Protect South Carolina
Declining pediatric vaccination rates threaten the health of our families, the stability of our schools, and the strength of our state's economy. It's time for practical, proven action.
A Legacy of Protection
Before vaccines, infectious diseases were a leading cause of childhood death. Today, thanks to smart public health policies like school immunization requirements, they aren't even in the top ten. This isn't an accident; it's the result of decades of commitment to community health.
The Cost of Inaction
When vaccination rates fall, families and our state's economy pay the price. This section details the significant financial and social burdens of preventable diseases.
The Economic & Fiscal Case for Immunization
Saved for every $1 spent
Accounts for averted medical costs, lost productivity, and long-term disability.
Illnesses Prevented
Routine childhood vaccinations (1994-2023) have stopped hundreds of millions of cases.
In Total Societal Savings
Protecting public health is a fiscally sound strategy that strengthens our entire economy.
Broad, Bipartisan Public Support
Despite a vocal minority, the vast majority of Americans support school vaccine requirements. This isn't a divisive issue; it's a point of consensus.
Measles cases in the U.S. in early 2026.
Of those cases occurred in unvaccinated individuals.
Of infants infected with Whooping Cough are hospitalized.
Actionable, Evidence-Based Solutions
Reversing these trends requires a multi-pronged strategy. The following proposals are practical, proven ways to protect our kids, schools, and communities.