ACIP
Coverage of ACIP in the Nexus archive.
- New ACIP charter broadens criteria for members, calls for review of alternatives to vaccines
The new ACIP charter shifts the committee's focus from recommending new vaccines to assessing alternatives for disease prevention. It broadens member selection criteria, moving away from emphasizing vaccine research experience to requiring a balanced range of scientific, clinical, and public health expertise.
- Outbreak Kills Over 200; ACIP Investigation Launched; Hackers Demand $75M From Novo
An Ebola outbreak in Congo has led to a 40% increase in cases within a week, with confirmed deaths exceeding 200. The U.S. CDC has activated $107 million in funds, and hackers are demanding $75 million from Novo. An ACIP investigation has been launched regarding the outbreak.
- The Flu-Vaccine Routine Is Breaking
The CDC's flu vaccine advisory panel ACIP is suspended due to a federal judge's ruling, disrupting the usual process for vaccine recommendations. The Trump administration is attempting to reconstitute the panel amid legal challenges and uncertainty, while experts express concern over the lack of guidance for this year's immunization campaigns.