Mandatory vaccination for healthcare workers a ‘step too far,’ says Donegal GP



A Donegal GP says making Covid vaccinations mandatory for healthcare workers would be a step too far.

It’s after the health watchdog says mandatory vaccination could be used as a last resort to boost uptake among healthcare workers.

Advice given to NPHET says redeployment to lower-risk areas may also be an option for staff who refuse to get the jab.

But HIQA says the “intervention ladder” should start with providing evidence-based information and then a one-to-one conversation.

Dr Denis McAuley from the Irish Medical Organisation doesn’t think healthcare workers should be required to get the vaccine:



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