COVID In Colorado: Yes, You Can Ask Your Health Care Provider If They Are Vaccinated. No, They Don't Have To Answer

Boulder CO

11 May, 2021

2:24 PM

Description

By Raetta Holdman, CBS Denver: (CBS4) – About 80% of health care workers in Colorado have received a COVID-19 vaccine, and CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida said it is acceptable for you to ask your doctor if they are vaccinated during his weekly question and answer session on CBSN Denver. He did point out because of privacy laws, they do not have to answer. "This is a subject I really feel strongly about," Hnida said. He said it goes farther than just knowing what someone's vaccination status is. He said it's about feeling confident you will not get ill from a visit to an office, clinic or hospital. Read more at CBS Denver CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.