Mandatory Vaccination for Nurses at Westerfellhaus
Feds Push for Vaxxed Care Workers in Germany 🚀
Germany's Commissioner for Care, Andreas Westerfellhaus, is on a mission to boost vaccination rates among care professionals. In an interview with the "Rheinische Post," he emphasized the efficacy of vaccines, stating that "around 95 out of 100 vaccinated people are protected from illness."
Given the high-risk nature of their professions, care workers were prioritized in the initial rounds of vaccinations. Westerfellhaus urges all care workers to follow suit. "As care commissioner, I appeal to my peers in the industry to get vaccinated," he stated, adding that he, too, plans to do so. He emphasized the importance of protecting his elderly mother and others in his multi-generational household.
The more people vaccinated, the fewer CoVID-19 hosts there are, making it harder for the virus to spread. Westerfellhaus expressed optimism that "most care workers share this understanding and will get vaccinated."
Meanwhile, Westerfellhaus calls for transparency on the vaccine approval process. Addressing concerns about safety following an accelerated approval process, he stated that such apprehensions are unfounded. More educational efforts are needed to clarify that the accelerated process is different from the emergency approval process used in some countries.
In the broader picture, healthcare workers in Germany are now mandated to show proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19. Despite the challenges and rising costs in the healthcare sector, ensuring high vaccination rates among care workers remains crucial to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. ⚕️💉👍
Sources:1. German Government Mandates Vaccination for Healthcare Workers2. Importance of Vaccination for Healthcare and Care Workers3. Challenges in Germany's Healthcare Sector
Other healthcare workers in Germany, taking inspiration from Commissioner Westerfellhaus, might consider exploring the health-and-wellness benefits of getting vaccinated. By prioritizing their own health and that of others, they can help ensure sustained protection against COVID-19 within the care sector.
