Vaccination of Healthcare Workers

VACCINATION OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS

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TABLE OF CONTNENTS
• Introduction
• Why it is important to vaccinate healthcare providers
• Common infections among healthcare workers
• Challenges faced by healthcare workers in accessing vaccines
• Conclusion.
INTRODUCTION.
• Health care workers have an increased risk of infection because
they are frequently exposed to various sources of infection, chiefly
from their patients. The preponderance of exposure may be
minimized by simply wearing personal protective equipment
appropriately. However, it won't always be achievable.
• Since Invention by Dr Edward Jenner, vaccination has been used to
prevent the spread of diseases caused by such exposure to the
sources of infection.
• Vaccines offer passive immunity from a specific pathogen or
disease. Vaccination of healthcare workers is an important aspect
of protecting both the health of the individual worker and the
health of the patients they care for.
• Dr Edward
Jenner.
created the
world's first
successful
vaccine. He
found out
that people
infected
with cowpox
were
immune to
smallpox.
Why is it important to vaccinate health workers?
• In our healthcare system, health professionals are essential.

They are on the front lines of patient care and frequently the
initial point of contact for anyone looking for medical care.
• This proximity to contagious pathogens necessitate
interventions to protect themselves, their patients, and the
broader public. The following are reasons why health care
workers ought to be vaccinated:
1. To protect their own health: Vaccination helps protect health
workers from getting sick and reduce the risk of them spreading the
disease to others.
2. To protect the health of their patients: Healthcare workers who are
not immunized run the risk of infecting their patients, especially
those with weakened immune systems or other underlying medical
issues.
3. To protect the general public: Unvaccinated healthcare
professionals run the risk of spreading infectious illnesses to the
general population, either directly via contact with patients or
indirectly through actions like touching communal surfaces.
4. To maintain trust in the healthcare system: The general public
looks to health professionals to give them accurate information and
recommendations regarding health and wellbeing. If medical
personnel are not immunized, it may damage patients' faith in the
healthcare system and raise questions about the efficacy and safety
of vaccinations.
5. To set a good example: The public looks up to healthcare workers,
who may be crucial in promoting vaccination and public health by
being vaccinated themselves and inspiring others to do the same.
6. To comply with government regulations: Health professionals are
frequently obliged to get immunized as a condition of employment.
Health professionals can adhere to these rules and prevent any legal
and professional repercussions by being immunized.
Common infections among healthcare workers
The most common infections among healthcare workers may
include various bacterial and viral infections, such as:
1. Influenza,
2. Hepatitis B,
3. Hepatitis C,
4. Human papillomavirus (HPV)
5. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
6. COVID-19
medical staff who got infected COVID-19 on duty.
From: COVID-19 infection among healthcare workers: a cross-sectional study in southwest Iran
Recommended vaccines to healthcare workers based on most
contracted infections.
Infection with probable cause. Remedy
Hepatitis B. Take recombinant HepB vaccine at 0,1,6 months.
Source of infection could be accidental needle pricks/ It is recommended to check anti HBV titre after
contact with blood of Hepatitis patient. 1-2 month
TDaP. A dose of TDap should be taken. A booster is
Spread through droplets in the air (coughing and sneezing) taken in every 10 years
and very contagious. Pregnant Health workers are recommended to
take one dose during pregnancy.
MMR ( Measles, Mumps and Rubella) A first dose of MMR vaccine is taken and second
Spread through droplets in the air. dose after 4 weeks.
Influenza. Contact transmission is the term used to describe Influenza vaccine is taken annually.
this flu droplet transfer. Indirect contact, such as touching a
contaminated object or surface and then touching your own
lips, eyes, or nose before washing your hands, is another
way that the influenza viruses can be spread.
Challenges faced by healthcare workers in accessing vaccines.
• Healthcare workers may be hesitant to get vaccinated due to

misinformation, fear, or personal beliefs.
• The availability of vaccines for these workers may be limited by supply or
distribution issues.
• Vaccine failure (e.g. after the COVID-19 vaccine ,Pfizer, was released to the
public, the development executive made a "shocking admission" that
vaccine was never tested for whether it prevented transmission.COVID-19)
• It is important to address vaccine hesitancy and ensure access to vaccines

among healthcare workers to protect both their health and their patients'
health.
A graph showing rates of COVID-19 deaths by covid status.
CONCLUSION
• In conclusion, vaccination is essential for the health and wellbeing of

healthcare workers and their patients. It helps protect healthcare
workers from infectious diseases that they may be exposed to in the
workplace, and it can prevent the spread of these diseases to their
patients. Despite challenges and barriers, such as vaccine hesitancy
and limited availability, healthcare organizations can play a crucial role
in promoting vaccination among their staff. By addressing vaccine
hesitancy and facilitating access to vaccines, healthcare organizations
can help ensure that their staff are protected against infectious
diseases, which can improve patient outcomes and reduce the burden
on the healthcare system.
References
• Haviari, S., Bénet, T., Saadatian-Elahi, M., André, P.,
Loulergue, P., & Vanhems, P. (2015). Vaccination of
healthcare workers: A review. Human Vaccines &
Immunotherapeutics, 11(11), 2522-2537.
• Maltezou, H. C., Theodoridou, K., Ledda, C., Rapisarda,
V., & Theodoridou, M. (2019). Vaccination of healthcare
workers: is mandatory vaccination needed?. Expert review
of vaccines, 18(1), 5-13.

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VACCINATION OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS

By: your name in uppercase

• In our healthcare system, health professionals are essential.

• Healthcare workers may be hesitant to get vaccinated due to

• It is important to address vaccine hesitancy and ensure access to vaccines

• In conclusion, vaccination is essential for the health and wellbeing of

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