Should We Make Influenza and SARS-CoV-2 Vaccinations Mandatory in Medicalized Nursing Homes? An Opinion Survey of French Health Care Professionals

Key Points

• Mandatory influenza and SARS-CoV-2 vaccinations are viewed positively by health care professionals, enhancing safety in medicalized nursing homes.
• A significant majority express strong support for mandating vaccinations, with 75% favoring the policy for influenza and 68% for SARS-CoV-2.
• An opinion survey conducted among health care professionals revealed these preferences across multiple medicalized nursing homes in France.
• Broad support reflects a growing consensus on enhancing vaccination coverage to protect vulnerable populations in nursing facilities.