The United States benefits from generally high childhood vaccination rates, the cost savings of immunizations for both individuals and society are soundly documented, and health care professionals overwhelmingly support the need for vaccination. But the burden on the private sector to deliver this public health benefit is increasing, with little recognition or support from the public sector. Explore the following topics related to pediatric vaccinations:

• What is the cost to vaccinate?
• What are the administrative burdens?
• Who delivers the message to patients?

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