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Based on the CDC guidelines, this policy establishes guidelines for the immunization requirements by program.
Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) adheres to the CDC norms on adult and health care worker’s immunization.
Immunization requirements may vary according to the student program and based on the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). International students must present the evidence of immunization expedited in their country of origin to the State Health Department to obtain an immunization registry document.
Only for Medicine and Nursing Programs-Actively enrolled students in the Doctor of Medicine and Nursing programs must present an annual Health Certificate (PR only) or Quantifferon test during the Fall Enrollment.
In addition, students must present evidence of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Medical Students should have the Influenza vaccine before entering clinical clerkships and other clinical experiences. Nursing and Psychology students should also have the Influenza vaccine before entering clinical sites.
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