Potential changes in vaccine access and policy landscape in Thailand post COVID-19 pandemic
Issued Date
2022-01-01
Resource Type
ISSN
21645515
eISSN
2164554X
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85133899766
Pubmed ID
35816414
Journal Title
Human Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics
Volume
18
Issue
6
Rights Holder(s)
SCOPUS
Bibliographic Citation
Human Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics Vol.18 No.6 (2022)
Suggested Citation
Kategeaw W., Youngkong S., Taychakhoonavudh S., Techathawat S., Chaiyakunapruk N. Potential changes in vaccine access and policy landscape in Thailand post COVID-19 pandemic. Human Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics Vol.18 No.6 (2022). doi:10.1080/21645515.2022.2095823 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/86338
Title
Potential changes in vaccine access and policy landscape in Thailand post COVID-19 pandemic
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Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on society, but little is known about how the pandemic affects the vaccine policy landscape and public perception of vaccines in Thailand. This study aims to describe potential changes in Thailand’s policy landscape post-pandemic. We performed a literature review and in-depth interviews with 12 key informants to understand the policy landscape in Thailand. The findings were shared in a policy forum in December 2021. Several key findings were summarized. Funding and development have been thriving during the pandemic. However, a long-term commitment from all stakeholders is required to maintain policy continuation. A public-private partnership should be considered. The regulatory body needs to be prepared for product authorization. The vaccine introduction decision-making process, and investment in prevention and promotion, should further be discussed. In summary, it is important to reshape the environment and mentality of all stakeholders to create a sustainable and self-sufficient vaccine ecosystem.