2005 Rhode Island Code - § 23-17.19-6 — Exceptions.

No resident or employee shall be required to receive either the influenza or pneumococcal vaccine if any of the following apply:

(1) The vaccine is contraindicated;

(2) It is against his or her religious beliefs; or

(3) The resident or the resident's legal guardian refuses the vaccine after being fully informed of the health risks of that action.

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