Mandatory Influenza Immunisation for Healthcare

Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at increased risk of contracting and spreading influenza, especially in annual outbreaks. To achieve a high level of health, this matter can be potentially solved with the implementation of mandatory flu vaccination policies. Despite ample evidence of vaccine effectiveness in reducing sickness, hospital visits, and even deaths, there is resistance to mandatory immunization among HCWs. The purpose of this communication is to present the rationale as to why the influenza vaccine should be mandatory among HCWs and to extract its practical and scholarly significance. The article has been organised to highlight the advantages of immunisation for HCWs, recognise the consequences of non-immunization, and resolve the myths associated with the flu vaccine. Finally, the stance and recommendations of several health agencies around the world on mandating the influenza vaccine for HCWs have been incorporated, with relevant literature evidence consolidated to support the narratives.

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Healthcare workers are at risk of contracting and spreading influenza. Mandatory flu vaccination policies can help solve this issue. Despite evidence of vaccine effectiveness, there is resistance to mandatory immunization among healthcare workers. This article discusses the rationale for mandatory influenza vaccination among healthcare workers, its practical and scholarly significance, and the recommendations of health agencies worldwide.