To date, it is estimated that in high- and upper-middle-income countries, 81% of the population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. However, in low-income countries, only about 17% of the population has received at least one vaccine dose. Why do we see this gap in vaccination rates? What is being done to address it? In our final episode of the season, we discuss vaccine access and equity and look into the successes and failures of COVAX – an initiative led by Gavi and other global organisations to provide equitable access to COVID-19 diagnostics, treatments and vaccines to everyone worldwide.

This week’s case study: COVAX – https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/covax-explained

Why do you think COVID-19 vaccine distribution has been unfair? Share your thoughts with us at worldhealthinvestigation@gmail.com