Herd Immunity and Compulsory Childhood Vaccination: Does the Theory Justify the Law?
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Date
2014-11-20
Authors
Holland, Mary
Zachary, Chase E.
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University of Oregon School of Law
Abstract
This Article explores both the theory and practice of herd immunity. The authors evaluate the scientific assumptions underlying the theory, how the theory applies in law, a game theory approach to herd immunity, and a possible framework for rational policymaking. The Article argues that herd immunity is unattainable for most diseases and is therefore an irrational goal. Instead, the authors conclude that herd effect is attainable and that a voluntary vaccination marketplace, not command-and-control compulsion, would most efficiently achieve that goal.
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48 pages
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93 OR. L. REV. 1