In a new video, Richard Fogel, MD, FACC, FHRS, Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer, Clinical & Network Services, Ascension, provides the latest information on four topics related to COVID-19:
The state of the pandemic.
Breakthrough infections.
Vaccine effectiveness and booster doses.
Alternative treatments.
All Ascension associates will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Nov. 12 for the safety of patients and visitors, associates, families and loved ones, and the community.
Recognizing that there may be instances when an associate may seek a medical or religious accommodation to a vaccination requirement, an exemption process is in place. Exemption applications are due by October 1 to allow time for review. Learn more in our Frequently Asked Questions.