Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Vaccine Advisory Committee

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Vaccine Advisory Committee, formally known as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), is a group of experts in public health and medicine. Their role is to provide recommendations on vaccines for the U.S. population. They review scientific data on vaccine safety and effectiveness and advise the CDC on which vaccines should be included in immunization programs. Their guidance helps ensure that vaccines are used appropriately to protect public health and prevent disease outbreaks.