CMW news: NY Governor suspends H1N1 vaccine requirement for healthcare professionals
Case Management Weekly, October 28, 2009
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On October 22, New York Governor David Paterson announced that the state no longer will require healthcare professionals in the state to receive the H1N1 vaccine.
Paterson’s decision came after New York nurses objected to the mandate, with some filing lawsuits alleging that the requirement violated their civil rights. However, the announcement fails to mention the vocal opposition. Paterson says he no longer requires the vaccinations because New York will receive less of the vaccine that it had expected.
Paterson still encourages healthcare workers to receive flu shots voluntarily as an infection control measure.
Source: HealthLeaders Media
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