I really haven’t seen any talk about the fact that apparently COVID shots are no longer free for uninsured patients? As of August? Someone correct me if I’m wrong.

https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/programs/bridge/index.html

This program will end in August 2024.

  • TheModerateTankie [any]
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    27 days ago

    centrist I am a serious economist, and the reason vaccines aren't free is because then a small number of people will just keep getting them and use up the supply, leaving none for everyone else.

    • EnsignRedshirt [he/him]
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      27 days ago

      If vaccines are free, it will reduce the incentive to work to pay for them, lowering labor participation and overall GDP.