Consider This from NPR The U.S. Has Passed Its Delta Peak — With More Vaccine Rules Coming
Oct 4, 2021
COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the U.S. are finally on the decline, thanks to rising vaccination rates and impending workplace mandates. Major companies have seen success with compliance, but smaller workplaces face unique challenges. The enforcement role of OSHA is highlighted amid debates about personal choice versus public health. In rural Oregon, fears grow over losing vital emergency personnel due to mandates, showcasing the delicate balance between community needs and vaccination resistance.
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Delta Surge Declining
- COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths are declining in the U.S., marking a turning point in the Delta surge.
- Vaccine mandates are becoming more common in various sectors.
Vaccine Mandates in Action
- Novant Health fired 175 employees for not complying with their vaccine mandate, but 99% of their 35,000 employees are now vaccinated.
- United Airlines initially announced the firing of nearly 600 employees but later saw the number drop by half; their vaccination rate is also 99%.
Boosting Vaccination Rates
- Implement vaccine requirements in organizations to boost vaccination rates significantly.
- The White House COVID coordinator cited United and Novant as successful examples, urging more companies to follow suit.