The myCAvax program is essential for California's vaccine management, allowing over 7,000 providers to order and distribute more than 10 million doses annually. However, California Department of Public Health officials report a $39 million shortfall to continue the program beyond June 30, 2025. Assemblymember Joe Patterson questioned the annual operation cost of $44 million, raising concerns about resource allocation. Meanwhile, representatives from various health agencies emphasized myCAvax's role in streamlining vaccine distribution, especially after integrating the Vaccines for Children program. The state has invested approximately $200 million into the program with attempts to secure additional federal funding ongoing.
The myCAvax program is critical for vaccine ordering and distribution, but faces a funding gap of $39 million to continue beyond June 30, 2025.
Assemblymember Joe Patterson expressed disbelief at the $44 million annual cost of myCAvax, indicating that the funding shortage creates serious operational concerns.
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