Cathreen
Below is our vaccinia policy at the University of Pittsburgh. Note that staff working with vaccinia do not need to be vaccinated if they are working with a
highly attenuated strain
http://www.ehs.pitt.edu/assets/docs/Vaccinia.pdf
We have used vaccinia extensively over the years. Feel free to call me if any questions
Jay
Jay D. Harper MD, MPH
Medical Director
UPMC Employee Health
Phone: 412-647-5323
Fax: 412-647-1993
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From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces+harperjd=upmc.edu@mylist.net]
On Behalf Of Johnson, Cathreen
Sent: Monday, December 15, 2014 1:14 PM
To: MCOH/EH
Subject: Re: [MCOH-EH] [MCOH-EH) Live Vaccinia (Smallpox) Vaccine
Good Morning,
Is anyone able to provide information on the use of live vaccinia (Smallpox) vaccine. Protocols, policy, etc.
Thank you,
Cathreen
Cathreen Johnson RN, MSN, FNPc
City of Hope
Employee Health Services
1500 East Duarte Road Modular 90
Duarte, CA 91010
T (626)256-4673 ext 65252
F (626)930-5337
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