The CAP joined dozens of medical organizations and state societies in calling for the immediate reinstatement of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) members.
The joint letter signed on June 18 follows the termination of all ACIP members by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
What they’re saying: The letter underscores how changes to vaccine recommendations, and to the transparency of the recommendation process, may have severe consequences both for public trust and for access to immunizations.
- It also cites the ongoing measles outbreaks, underscoring the need for expert guidance on vaccines.