As Director of the District of Columbia Department of Health, I designate the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) as “competent medical or public health organizations” pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 3-1201.01 and D.C. Official Code § 7-1653.01. 

Effective immediately, this designation allows Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and Pharmacy Interns authorized to administer immunizations in the District of Columbia to do so in accordance with the guidelines established by ACOG, AAP, and AAFP. 

-Ayanna Bennett, MD, MSPH, FAAP
Director of the District of Columbia Department of Health

Here’s What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccination Guidelines:

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG):
Press Release with Guidance Documents for COVID-19, Flu, and RSV

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP):
Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule (PDF)

American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP):
Press Release with Recommendations on COVID-19, Flu, and RSV