Maxicare, one of the country’s leading health maintenance organizations (HMO), rolled out the MaxiProtect COVID-19 Vaccination Program last July at the Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan for almost 1,600 employees and their families.
The said vaccination program is considered a giant step toward protecting and keeping every employee safe against the new virus, a major milestone for the HMO which aims to help the community get back on track.
Sean Argos, president and chief executive officer at Maxicare, said the HMO is classified as an essential service, so it is absolutely critical and important to ensure all of its employees are protected.
“Together with our Wellness team, we had a series of webinars, and lectures conducted by distinguished doctors to create awareness about how important it is to get vaccinated. We believe that through these efforts, we have addressed vaccine hesitancy, and encouraged our employees to get vaccinated.” Dr. Karen Almonte, Assistant Vice President for Clinic Operations and Outpatient Services and one of the program’s head organizers, said. As a licensed medical professional, Dr. Almonte also reminded vaccinated employees to still practice safety protocols, like social distancing and wearing facemasks for further protection against COVID-19.
The HMO also hopes the vaccination drive will give its employees a much needed sense of relief, hope, and optimism.
