WHO Immunization Advisory Committees

Immunization Advisory Committees FINAL REPORT Prepared for the World Health Organization By the Child Health Evaluation and Research (CHEAR) Unit Division of General Pediatrics, University of Michigan Gary L. Freed, , , Director Report Authors: Gary L. Freed, MD, MPH Margie Andreae, MD Kara Switalski, MPH Leah Abraham August 2008 2 INTRODUCTION Immunization Advisory Committees (IAC) are used by many nations to determine the specific vaccines recommended for use in a particular country. These Committees generally bring together a panel of experts to access the wide spectrum of issues involved in the decision to recommend a vaccine. The charge of these Committees may include additional responsibilities such as information dissemination, advocacy and oversight of Immunization programs. Countries may also have a separate committee, called an Interagency Coordinating Committee (ICC). The goal of an ICC is to bring together domestic agencies and international donors/advisors to coordinate efficient and effective use of resources [1].

2 INTRODUCTION Immunization Advisory Committees (IAC) are used by many nations to determine the specific vaccines recommended for use in a particular country.

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