Zero-sum or worse? Considering detrimental effects of selective mandates on voluntary childhood vaccinations.

J Pediatr

Media and Communication Science, University of Erfurt, Erfurt, Germany; Center for Empirical Research in Economics and Behavioral Sciences, University of Erfurt, Erfurt, Germany.

Published: January 2022

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