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Vaccine Forum 2026 in Warsaw (Poland)

Dr. Sandra Zimmermann gave a keynote at the Polish Parliament on how vaccination strengthens societies and economies. She focused on the measurable value of immunization, including reduced treatment costs, a decrease in mortality, and enhanced productivity. For example, in Europe, a peer-reviewed study indicates that almost 32.000 cancer deaths could have been avoided through HPV and hepatitis B vaccination in 2019.

10. September 2026 All day

Vaccination is one of the most effective public health interventions. Its benefits include reduced treatment costs, greater labor market participation, and enhanced societal resilience.

Main takeaways:

  • The cost of inaction against diseases is far higher than the expenditures linked to prevention. For example, in Europe, almost 32.000 cancer deaths could have been avoided through HPV and hepatitis B vaccination in Europe in 2019.
  • The value of investing in immunization is measurable, as proven by WifOR Institute’s research. In India, for example, every $1 allocated to HPV vaccination generated $1.5 in returns due to enhanced economic activity in 2022.
  • Preventative measures such as vaccination strengthen the workforce and broader society while driving economic growth. For instance, vaccination can help prevent many of the nearly 33 million annual RSV cases globally, which in turns minimizes caregiving burdens and enhances productivity.