Vaccines for illnesses that afflict the poor countries of the world are slow to be researched and developed by the private sector because:

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The lack of financial incentive is a major factor that slows down the research and development of vaccines for illnesses that predominantly affect poor countries. Private sector companies typically prioritize research and development efforts that have a higher market potential and return on investment. As a result, diseases that disproportionately affect poor countries do not receive much attention from the private sector.

Vaccines for Illnesses That Afflict the Poor Countries of the World