Because of their contact with patients or infective material, healthcare workers (HCWs) across all settings are at risk for exposure to and transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. These workers and settings include:
- physicians
- nurses
- emergency medical personnel
- private physicians' offices
- nursing homes
- dental professionals and students
- medical and nursing students
- laboratory technicians
- hospital volunteers
- administrative staff
- elementary, middle, and high schools
Maintenance of immunity is therefore an essential part of prevention and infection control programs for all HCWs. Ensuring that HCWs are up to date on their immunizations protects themselves and their patients.
Recommended Vaccinations for HCWs:
CDC's HCW Vaccination Recs (64 KB)