What vaccines should healthcare workers in HK have?

Last reviewed: 2026-06-08

Quick answer

Because they're frequently exposed to patients and pathogens, healthcare workers are a priority group for several vaccines. The core recommendations are the yearly seasonal flu vaccine, the COVID-19 vaccine, and ensuring immunity to hepatitis B, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) and chickenpox. Hong Kong government programmes list healthcare workers as a priority group for flu and COVID-19. The specifics follow your institution's occupational health policy and a doctor's advice.

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

Healthcare workers are a priority group for the COVID-19 vaccine and can have a booster under the programme to maintain protection.

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.

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