Exceptions

R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-17.19-6., under Chapter 23-17.19 Immunization in Long Term Care Facilities.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-17.19-6.

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.