Dear Providers,
We wanted to provide an update from our December 9th, ACIP Hep B Vaccination Recommendation Communication.
Yesterday, on December 16, 2025, the acting CDC director signed off on the ACIP recommendation to move to shared clinical decision making for Hepatitis B vaccination in children whose mothers tested negative during pregnancy. At this time, no impacts to vaccine availability or coverage are anticipated for VFC providers. North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is reaffirming that vaccinations play a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being and help protect children, their families and entire communities from the spread of infectious diseases like hepatitis B, measles, pertussis and others.
Please see the following press release from NCDHHS: Statement from NCDHHS on New Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation.
Provider Communication Resources
For providers and staff who encounter questions or concerns about hepatitis B vaccination, a variety of evidence-based communication tools are available on our website. These resources include materials such as How to Talk to Parents About Vaccines (PDF), offer practical strategies to support effective, patient-centered discussions.
We appreciate your continued partnership and patience during this transition.
How to contact us:
For assistance, please contact the NCIP Help Desk by phone at 1.877.USE.NCIR (1-877-873-6247) or by email.
In Health,
NC Department of Health and Human Services