US Vaccine Advisory Meeting Delayed Following Kennedy's Appointment as Top Health Official
2025-02-20
Reuters
The recent appointment of Kennedy Jr. to a top health position has sparked significant attention, leading to a postponement of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting. The ACIP, which typically convenes multiple times a year, plays a crucial role in reviewing scientific data and providing recommendations to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on vaccine usage and immunization practices, including COVID-19 vaccine recommendations and public health policies. This move has raised questions about the future of vaccine development and immunization strategies in the US, with many awaiting the new administration's approach to healthcare and public health initiatives.
