requirements, including applicable requirements for students under age 22
Additional vaccines may be required when recommended by CDC/ACIP, required by law, indicated by occupational risk, or required by a clinical affiliate
CDC/ACIP; federal/state requirements; clinical-affiliate requirements
Other vaccines
The Program recognizes that CDC recommendations may change. Therefore, the current CDC/ACIP recommendation applicable at the time of enrollment, clinical assignment, or required renewal will govern when it differs from a prior recommendation. The CDC identifies immunization of healthcare personnel as a critical component of occupational infection prevention because healthcare personnel may be exposed to vaccine- preventable diseases through contact with infectious patients or materials.
VI. ILLINOIS IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS
The NLU PA Program complies with applicable Illinois requirements governing student immunization and health screening.
A. Illinois College Immunization Code
The Illinois College Immunization Code, 77 Ill. Adm. Code Part 694, establishes requirements concerning proof of immunity for students enrolled at covered postsecondary educational institutions.
The Illinois requirements include immunization/evidence-of-immunity provisions concerning:
Measles; Mumps; Rubella;
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Diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis; and
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• Meningococcal disease for applicable students.
Illinois also establishes requirements for documentation, recordkeeping, and applicable medical, religious, and classification exemptions.
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