CDC Advisers Turn Focus to Aluminum in Vaccines

A common adjuvant in vaccines is under scrutiny by a panel that has initiated multiple changes to U.S. vaccine recommendations this year.

CDC Advisers Turn Focus to Aluminum in Vaccines

TL;DR

  • The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is reviewing aluminum salts.
  • Aluminum salts are common adjuvants used in many U.S.-recommended vaccines.
  • This review may lead to changes in U.S. vaccine recommendations.