What does an immunization program aim to achieve?

An immunization program is primarily focused on conducting citywide vaccination initiatives to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. The goal is to ensure that a large segment of the population receives vaccines to establish herd immunity, which ultimately protects both inoculated and non-inoculated individuals. By doing so, these programs aim to reduce the incidence of vaccine-preventable diseases, thereby improving overall public health outcomes and minimizing healthcare costs associated with treating outbreaks.

While education on disease, increased healthcare access, and health surveillance are important components of public health, they serve different roles. Education helps inform the public about the importance of vaccinations, increased access ensures that more individuals can receive vaccinations, and health surveillance monitors disease outbreaks and vaccination rates. However, the primary focus of an immunization program is the practical implementation of vaccination initiatives to achieve population-wide immunity.