Management of Measles, Rubella, Varicella and Mumps Vaccination for Health Care Workers

Abstract

Osaki Citizen Hospital staff receives periodic vaccinations for measles, rubella, varicella and mumps in accordance with the Vaccine Guidelines for Infection Control by the Japanese Society of Environmental Infections. A new system was established using Microsoft Access to achieve precise and efficient vaccination management for more than 1,000 staff. Antibody testing and vaccination costs were paid by the hospital to improve the efficiency of vaccination. As a result, the vaccination rate for each disease was more than 70% during the period from July 2009 and August 2012. In the future, the implementation of antibody testing after vaccination, feedback, and the promotion of vaccinations to third party staff should be included in the program. Staff vaccination not only contributes in preventing their own health, but also in controlling secondary infections to patients. Vaccination management should be evaluated and implemented for an efficient and unhindered process.