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Flu vaccines for staffers are part of patient safety

August 29, 2018
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From the August 2018 issue of HealthCare Business News magazine

Thom Wellington
Everyone recognizes the importance of maintaining medical equipment in excellent condition for patient safety. Maintaining the health of workers in the healthcare environment is just as critical for quality outcomes. The facts demonstrate the value of expanding flu vaccine participation beyond the clinical staff, and the trend will continue as quality outcomes and safety improvement drive change.



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