N.Y. Suspends Mandatory Flu Vaccine for Healthcare Workers
Monday November 16, 2009
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged that New York would only receive approximately 23% of its anticipated vaccine supply by the end of the month, New York Gov. David A. Paterson said in a news release. As a result, we need to be as resourceful as we can with the limited supplies of vaccine currently coming into the state and make sure that those who are at the highest risk for complications from the H1N1 flu receive the first vaccine being distributed right now in New York State.
In response to requests for assistance from local governments across the state including New York City, on Oct. 29 the governor issued Executive Order 29 declaring a State Disaster Emergency, which will provide additional personnel and flexibility to local governments as they work to implement a statewide vaccination campaign to protect New Yorkers from H1N1 influenza.
Under existing law, physicians, certified nurse practitioners, and nurses may administer vaccinations. The order will suspend Section 6902 of the Education Law to permit other healthcare workers including physician and specialist assistants, pharmacists, dentists, certain dental hygienists, midwives, and emergency medical personnel to administer vaccinations after they receive training.
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