Influenza vaccination- A brief review of CDC advisory committee on immunization practices (ACIP) recommendations

Influenza is one of the most important vaccine preventable infections and influenza disease and vaccination are one of the most frequent challenges faced by clinicians. According to the Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), influenza activity is presently increasing in the United States and there have already been eight pediatric deaths due to influenza this season, hence there is need to heighten awareness to immunize against influenza. This article briefly reviews the highlights of CDC-ACIP recommendations on influenza vaccination for the present season (2017-2018).