Hospitals crack down on workers refusing flu shots
Hospitals increasingly require flu vaccines for staff amid a rising flu season. Several nurses and health workers have been fired for refusing vaccines, sparking debate over patient safety, ethics, and personal rights across multiple states and facilities.
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Scramble for vaccine as flu season heats up
Federal health officials say vaccine is still available though late comers may need to call around for clinics with stock. Nearly 130 million doses have shipped. 112 million used, with ongoing limits due to production timelines and evolving flu strains. The CDC notes the current vaccine matches circulating types, including H3N2, and offers about 62 percent effectiveness this season.
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