Nurses and doctors have won a victory in their battle for their "right" to infect patients with easily prevented pandemic influenza.
Judge Halts Flu Vaccine Mandate For Health Workers
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I guess it is now up to the patients (and their decision-makers) to demand proof of vaccination from any health care worker who is going to treat them.
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Martin