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COVID-19 and Communicable Diseases

The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we work, and other communicable diseases continue to affect workplaces globally. Look below for the latest news and updates, as well as critical member-only resources.

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Memo Template: Prevent the Spread of Flu and Other Communicable Diseases

Sample letter to employees to help prevent the spread of flu and other communicable diseases in the workplace.

Relaxed/Continued COVID-19 Mask-Wearing Requirements

View sample memos on relaxed and continued mask wearing in the workplace.

How to Handle an Employee's Request for a Medical or Religious Accommodation to a Vaccine Requirement

Use this step by step guide to evaluate and respond to an employee's request for a medical or religious accommodation to be exempt from vaccination requirements.

Preventing and Containing Outbreaks of Flu and Other Illnesses in the Workplace

Use this road map to manage outbreaks of flu and other communicable diseases at work through preparation, prevention, and optimizing business operations.

COVID-19 Ready-Resource Tools and Samples

Find ready-to-use tools and samples for your organization during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.

Notice of Workplace Exposure to a Communicable Disease/COVID-19

A sample letter to employees informing them of coronavirus exposure at work.

Request for Accommodation: Medical Exemption from Vaccination

Customize this sample form for an employee to request a medical exemption from mandatory vaccinations.

Employee Survey: COVID-19 Vaccine

An example survey to gauge employee willingness to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Infectious Disease Control Policy

Use this policy as a model to help control the spread of an infectious disease such as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace.

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COVID-19, Flu Surge May Prompt Employers to Turn to Pandemic Playbook

From helping employees take advantage of offerings like sick leave and telemedicine benefits to encouraging vaccination and rethinking unnecessary company travel, organizations would be wise to take steps during the virus peak, experts say.

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Report: CDC Planning to End 5-Day Isolation Period for COVID-19

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is expected announce that people with COVID-19 no longer need to isolate once they have been fever-free for 24 hours, in a move that stands to have wide-ranging impacts on the workplace.

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Sick Shaming Rampant in the Workplace Amid COVID-19, Flu Surge

Managers are encouraging sick employees to come into the office—a trend that can backfire, experts say.

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