Summary:
- This article provides guidance from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) on the preliminary recommendations for human vaccination against avian influenza in a non-pandemic scenario in December 2024.
- The NACI recommends the use of a specific avian influenza vaccine for high-risk individuals, such as those with certain medical conditions or those who work with poultry, to protect against the potential spread of the virus.
- The article outlines the rationale for the recommendations, including the assessment of the risk and potential impact of the avian influenza strain, as well as the safety and efficacy of the available vaccine.