What is CDC ACIP?
Today, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation for a booster shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in certain populations and also recommended a booster dose for those in high risk occupational and institutional …
Where are ACIP vaccine recommendations published?
ACIP Recommendations The Committee’s recommendations are forwarded to CDC’s Director for approval. Once the ACIP recommendations have been reviewed and approved by the CDC Director and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, they are published in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR).
How often does the ACIP publish immunization schedules?
The ACIP meets three times a year to review current research and update the vaccine schedule if necessary. To make the process as transparent as possible, the committee posts their agendas and meeting minutes on the CDC website.
Is the ACIP part of the CDC?
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), is a committee within the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that provides advice and guidance on effective control of vaccine-preventable diseases in the U.S. civilian population.
What is the minimum needle length recommended?
| Age group | Needle length | Injection site |
|---|---|---|
| Children (birth-18 years) | ||
| Children, 11-18 years | 1-1.5 inches (25-38 mm) | Anterolateral thigh |
| Adults (≥19 years) | ||
| Men and women, <60 kg (130 lbs) | 1 inch (25 mm)(d) | Deltoid muscle of arm |
How far apart can bexsero be given?
You can administer either two doses of Bexsero (MenB-4C) 4 weeks apart, or three doses of Trumenba (MenB-FHbp) on a 0-, 1–2-, and 6-month schedule.
What is the role of the ACIP?
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is a group of medical and public health experts that develops recommendations on how to use vaccines to control diseases in the United States.
