ANA urges all RNs to get vaccinated for the flu

Editor's Note

The American Nurses Association (ANA) is urging all RNs to get the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination and to advise their patients to get vaccinated also.

Vaccination is the safest way to protect patients and the public from flu transmission while providing care, the ANA says.

The ANA’s position allows for exemptions for medical reasons and religious beliefs.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2015 CONTACT: Jemarion Jones, 301-628-5198 [email protected] American Nurses Association Urges Nurses to Get Flu Vaccination SILVER SPRING, MD - The American Nurses Association (ANA) urges all registered nurses (RNs) to get the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination and to advise their patients to get vaccinated.