Workplace distribution of swine flu vaccine defended

In an effort to tamp down criticism of swine flu vaccine being provided to certain businesses, including Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup, a Centers for Disease Control official defends the practice of shipping small lots to workplaces as an efficient method of reaching high risk individuals. Employers who engage in the distribution should do so on a voluntary basis and pursuant to written informed consent. Better yet, contract with a third party healthcare provider to provide the service. Employers should be cognizant of discrimination issues previously posted here, and healthcare providers should check this out.