Forbes September 24, 2021
In the latest efforts to stop the spread of Covid-19, healthcare organizations across the country have announced vaccine mandates for employees ahead of new federal vaccination requirements.
Many providers are paying the price for vaccine mandates with staff resignations and suspensions. Some have had to close whole services as a result.
But what vaccine mandates may cost healthcare providers in terms of employee retention could yield dividends through improved consumer trust.
“I would feel more comfortable seeking care from healthcare providers who are fully vaccinated,” said Emily Cooper, New York City-based founder and general director Oliver Wicks, a luxury menswear brand. “I choose to trust in the power of science, and I believe that interacting with fully vaccinated...