Rhode Island Receives High Ranking for Vaccination Rates
Monday, September 11, 2023 – Rhode Island has been ranked second in the country for its high vaccination rates, according to a recent report. The state is only surpassed by Massachusetts in terms of vaccination coverage.
Vaccines play a crucial role in preventing millions of deaths worldwide each year, as emphasized by the World Health Organization (WHO). In Rhode Island, the state ranks first in the nation for the share of teenagers aged 13-17 who are up-to-date with their HPV vaccinations. Additionally, the state is leading in flu vaccination rates for adults.
The rankings were determined by WalletHub, which analyzed 16 key metrics across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. These metrics included the share of vaccinated children, the percentage of people without health insurance, and the flu vaccination rate among adults.
Rhode Island’s vaccination rankings are as follows:
– 3rd – Influenza Vaccination Rate in Children Aged 6 Months to 17 Years Old
– 1st – Share of Teenagers Aged 13-17 with Up-To-Date HPV Vaccination
– 12th – Share of Teenagers Aged 13-17 with Men ACWY Vaccination
– 1st – Flu Vaccination Coverage Rate Among Adults
– 22nd – Share of Adults with Tetanus Vaccination
– 22nd – Share of Adults Aged 60 and Older with Zoster Vaccination
– 6th – Share of Children 19-35 Months Old Living in Poverty with Combined 7-Vaccine Series
– 5th – Share of Civilian Noninstitutionalized Population without Health Insurance Coverage
– 20th – Share of Children Under 6 Years Old Participating in an Immunization Information System
The full report by WalletHub can be accessed here.
These high vaccination rates are undoubtedly a testament to the efforts put forth by healthcare providers, policymakers, and the general public in Rhode Island. The state’s commitment to protecting its residents from preventable diseases is commendable.