Meet the Nurse Leading the Fight Against Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations
Nurses and healthcare providers were among the first to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but this group isn’t a monolith. Many hospital workers have opted out, despite strong evidence that shows these vaccines are both safe and effective.
Jennifer Bridges, a nurse at Houston Methodist Hospital, has emerged as a leader among those unwilling to get their shots. She recently opposed the hospital’s decision to mandate vaccines for all employees. However, her critics say the facility has a right to make sure its staff is vaccinated against COVID-19.
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