When it comes to eliminating the problem, one would think that a resolution would be mandatory vaccination laws. Although there are no mandatory vaccination laws, there are state and local vaccination requirements that are enforced to increase the compliance with vaccinations. These requirements for entry into daycare and school are important tools for preserving the high vaccination coverage rates which lower rates of vaccine-preventable diseases. State laws establish vaccination requirements and requirements apply to children attending public and private schools and those attending day care facilities. Every state provides exemptions for medical purposes. Only certain states have laws that offer exemptions for religious and/or philosophical
