Influenza (Flu) Vaccine Recommendations for Workers
Which workers should be vaccinated?
These workers include:
In New Jersey the Department of Health is using these guidelines because of the severe nationwide shortage of influenza vaccine this season. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in coordination with its Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, has identified the following priority groups to receive influenza vaccine this season:
Healthy people between the ages of 2 and 64 years are encouraged to forego a flu shot this year.
Are there other options if the vaccine is not available?
What else can workers do to avoid getting the flu?
Influenza spreads from infected persons to the nose or throat of others. You canhelp avoid catching or spreading the flu by following these practices:
What treatment is available for workers who develop flu?
Antiviral drugs, such as amantadine, rimantadine, zanamavir, and oseltamivir maybe prescribed by a doctor. These drugs may help to reduce symptoms and shorten the time of illness. They may be used to control the spread of flu in health care institutions. They may also be prescribed if you have close contact with someone proven to have influenza.
Where else can I get more information?Click on the links below for quick access to updates and additional informationabout the flu and vaccination recommendations.
New Department of Health and Senior ServicesHot Line 1-866-234-0964, Monday through Friday between 8Am - 5PMCDC Flu HomepageInterim Flu Vaccination Recommendations - 2004-05 Influenza SeasonNasal Spray Flu VaccineTransmission in Health Care FacilitiesInformation for Health Care ProfessionalsCalifornia Department of Health Services, Immunization BranchThis information was supplied by:The Department of Health & Senior Services of NJ andOccupational Health Branch of the California Department of Health Safety
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