Fighting influenza (the flu) remains a vital part of promoting the overall health and well-being of our communities. Annual flu vaccination helps reduce the burden on healthcare systems and protects individuals from potentially serious illness. One of the most effective ways to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year.
Worksite flu vaccination programs offer many benefits, including:
- Demonstrating an employer’s commitment to the health, safety, morale, and satisfaction of their workforce—while also helping protect vulnerable employees, their families, and customers from flu-related complications that can lead to hospitalization or worse.
- Protecting employees, their families, businesses, and the broader public from illness—especially important during flu season when multiple respiratory viruses may circulate simultaneously.
- Reducing healthcare and productivity costs by minimizing flu-related absences, treatment expenses, and the time employees or their family members may need to seek care or vaccination offsite. The overall benefit increases with greater participation and investment.
- Providing a convenient and trusted option for employees to receive a flu vaccine at work, helping overcome barriers such as scheduling, transportation, or access to care in the community.
Resources
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Workplace Safety and the Flu. https://www.osha.gov/seasonal-flu
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Influenza (flu). https://www.cdc.gov/flu/
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Flu Resources for Business. https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/flu/business/index.htm (this is archived, however, still has relevant information, promotion resources, and links to other sites)
National Adult and Influenza Immunization Summit. Tools to Assist Satellite, Temporary, and Off-Site Vaccination Clinics. https://www.izsummitpartners.org/naiis-workgroups/influenza-workgroup/off-site-clinic-resources/