Lifespan to require all employees to be vaccinated

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Lifespan require all of its employees to be vaccinated starting on September 1, a spokesperson said on Tuesday.

The organization cited the transmission rates and contagiousness of the Delta variant, recommendations from leading healthcare organizations, and the well being of its patients as reasons for the mandate.

“This change is being made only after extensive and thoughtful review, and with our employees and patients’ safety as our top priority. We value and appreciate every member of our Lifespan team who contributes to our mission to deliver health with care,” the statement read.

Lifespan said that it is asking its workers to take the science seriously.