Expanding access Double-digit increases in health premiums are likely to lead to a rise in the number of uninsured at a time when this population is already unacceptably high. Among other negative effects, this would add to the stress of hospitals and other health providers who already are being asked to deliver more uncompensated care. The question of who will pay for medical research and doctor training in an industry driven by market incentives has become increasingly important as academic medical centers face pressure to shift their missions in order to remain economically viable. The mission of these institutions must be protected and adequate funding provided to ensure continuing quality in America's health care system. We have the ability to prevent many serious childhood illnesses but not the funding to guarantee that our children receive these protections.
Many youngsters still enter kindergarten without having received the required immunizations.
We support the expansion of funding for immunization programs so all children will be protected. All rights reserved.