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Screening for rubella in schools of optometry
Journal of the American Optometric Association
|November 1, 1982
Summary
Most rubella cases now affect young adults, posing risks to susceptible patients. Optometry students should be screened for rubella immunity and vaccinated if seronegative to prevent transmission.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Immunology
- Optometry
Background:
- Rubella poses a significant risk for congenital birth defects in susceptible pregnant women.
- Widespread immunization has shifted rubella incidence towards young adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess rubella immunity among optometry students.
- To recommend screening and vaccination protocols for optometry students to prevent patient transmission.
Main Methods:
- Voluntary serologic rubella screening was conducted for optometry students.
- Collaborative effort between optometry schools and local health departments.
Main Results:
- Approximately 9% of screened optometry students were seronegative for rubella.
- These seronegative students were subsequently immunized.
Conclusions:
- Optometry students can be susceptible to rubella.
- Screening and immunization of optometry students are recommended to protect patients from rubella transmission.