§ 23-17.19-6. Exceptions.
No resident or employee shall be required to receive either the influenza or pneumococcal vaccine if any of the following apply:
(1) The vaccine is contraindicated;
(2) It is against his or her religious beliefs; or
(3) The resident or the resident’s legal guardian refuses the vaccine after being fully informed of the health risks of that action.
History of Section.P.L. 2000, ch. 263, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-17.19 - Immunization in Long Term Care Facilities
Section 23-17.19-1. - Short title.
Section 23-17.19-2. - Definitions.
Section 23-17.19-3. - Long-term care resident and employee immunization.
Section 23-17.19-4. - Resident immunization.
Section 23-17.19-5. - Employee immunization.