The rules for pneumococcal vaccination can seem a little arbitrary. See what you know about the ACIP rationale behind these 5 recommendations for PCV13 and PPSV23.
The rules for pneumococcal vaccine administration are well known to all healthcare providers but some of those rules can seem a little arbitrary. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) does have rationale for all its guidelines. See if you are familiar with the rationale behind these 5 recommendations.
No Rx Required for COVID-19 Vaccination But ACIP Calls for Better Informed Consent Process
September 22nd 2025The ACIP on September 19 narrowly voted against requiring a prescription to get the shot but urged more detailed discussion of vaccine risks during shared decision making conversations.