Discussion paper

Media release

Experts call for mandatory signed declaration for all staff refusing influenza vaccination

A new discussion paper developed by the Influenza Specialist Group "Influenza vaccination among healthcare workers", identifies three critical steps for healthcare facilities to help improve vaccination rates among their direct care staff.

• Mandatory signed declaration by all staff who decline to be vaccinated, and stating their reasons;

• Continued improvements in education about, and access to, vaccination;

• Mandatory vaccination of all direct care staff within critical high-risk areas