Influenza immunization is an important patient safety issue. Unvaccinated health care professionals can spread influenza to patients, coworkers and family members, leading to influenza-related illnesses and deaths. This is particularly troublesome for the vulnerable patients in their care, who may be at increased risk of severe complications. For these reasons it’s imperative that all health care professionals receive the influenza vaccine. The materials in this section support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations and explain why vaccination for health care workers plays a critical role in protecting patients from the influenza virus.

	Joint Commision Offers Seasonal Influenza Immunization Strategies
	Fact Sheet for Health Care Professionals
	Template Reminder Letter for Health Care Professionals
	Health Care Professionals Poster