Healthcare workers get vaccinated to protect themselves and the patients they meet, especially those with weaker immunity.
Yearly seasonal flu vaccine
Healthcare workers are a priority group in Hong Kong's seasonal flu programmes, vaccinated once a year to reduce the risk of catching flu and passing it to patients.
COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19: check the official priority-group conditions for age, health or occupation. The clinical booster recommendation and an open vaccination service are separate matters; government service is currently suspended, as explained in the service notice below.
Hepatitis B
Healthcare workers may be exposed to blood and body fluids, so they should have completed the hepatitis B vaccine course and have immunity. Some institutions test antibody levels and give further doses as needed.
MMR and chickenpox
Healthcare workers should be immune to MMR and chickenpox to avoid catching or spreading them at work. Those without immunity should be vaccinated as recommended. These are live-attenuated vaccines, so pregnant or immunocompromised staff should check with a doctor first.
Follow institutional policy
The exact requirements follow your hospital's or clinic's occupational health policy, and some roles may have additional ones. At onboarding or routine health checks, occupational health usually reviews your vaccination record and immune status.
Check COVID-19 service availability separately
Service check, 17 October 2026: CHP still reports a temporary suspension of the government COVID-19 vaccination service after the LP.8.1 supply expired. An expected resumption in the fourth quarter is not a confirmed reopening date. Check the official notice and provider for current service, formulation and supply.