The California Department of Public Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter (AFL) requiring all healthcare personnel (HCP) to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19, unless exempt. The letter rescinds the routine diagnostic screening COVID-19 testing requirements for unvaccinated exempt HCP and booster-eligible HCP who have not yet received their booster. The vaccination requirement applies to all paid and unpaid individuals who work in indoor settings where care is provided to patients. HCP must complete the vaccination series by specific dates and receive their booster dose no later than March 1, 2022. Exemptions are allowed for religious beliefs or qualifying medical reasons. Facilities and providers must maintain records of workers' vaccination or exemption status and may be subject to enforcement actions if they do not demonstrate compliance.

Summaries are generataed using AI. Check important information.