Pertussis: occupational vaccination of healthcare workers
Information for NHS Occupational Health Departments on pertussis vaccination of healthcare workers.
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From July 2019, some healthcare workers who have not received a pertussis-containing vaccine in the last 5 years and have regular contact with pregnant women and or young infants are eligible for occupational vaccination.
This guide includes information on:
- benefits of vaccinating healthcare workers
- recommended groups for vaccination
- when healthcare workers should be vaccinated