Which people, as a condition of their work, are required to maintain current immunizations? (Select all that apply.)
a. People in the military
b. Chefs
c. Health care providers
d. Cosmetologists
e. Teachers
ANS: A, B
People who travel outside the United States, are in the military, or work in handling food are required to have immunizations against many diseases. People at high risk, such as health care workers, older adults, and those who are immunocompromised, are encouraged to obtain yearly injections to help protect them against current strains of influenza.
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