Incorporating the COVID-19 Vaccine into a Wellness Program: Critical Considerations for Employers
On August 23, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted full approval to the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine – the first such approval of its kind. Along with expanded access to the vaccine, the FDA’s announcement is likely to cause an increase in vaccine mandates in both the private and public sectors. In lieu of a mandate, though, some employers may instead prefer to incentivize employees to get vaccinated.
