Fauci testifies that coronavirus vaccine might be ready by the end of 2020 … In surprise move, Virginia releases names of facilities with COVID-19 outbreaks … HHS releases updated FAQ on Provider Relief...
‘Many lives could have been saved’: Geriatricians needed in pandemic discussions, expert says
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 23, 2020
The federal government and policymakers need to fully engage experts in geriatrics and long-term care medicine to help stop COVID-19’s deadly toll on nursing homes, a long-term care expert told House...
MA plans ordered to cover COVID-19 lab tests
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 23, 2020
Coronavirus lab tests for nursing home residents must be covered by Medicare Administrative Contractors and Medicare Advantage plans, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced Friday.
1,900 flags commemorate fallen nursing home workers and residents
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 23, 2020
Nearly 2,000 purple flags were placed along a Michigan boulevard to honor the lives of nursing home workers and residents who have died in the state from the 2019 novel coronavirus.
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, June 23
Jun 23, 2020
Infection control lapses tied to COVID-19 cases … Pandemic claims more than 9 million … Physical activity prevents 4 million early deaths each year … Latest Alzheimer’s risk: living in a poor...
Also in the News for Tuesday, June 23
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 23, 2020
Some nursing home staffers choose unemployment over work and leaving facilities understaffed … NH nursing homes receive additional $25M in aid … Governor announces Arkansas to begin limited visits...
Lawmakers question why nursing homes haven’t received more pandemic aid
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 22, 2020
Two U.S. lawmakers want answers from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the funding distribution for nursing homes during the coronavirus public health crisis.
NY’s Cuomo, NJ’s Murphy ignore request to explain controversial nursing home policies
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 22, 2020
Govs. Andrew Cuomo (D-NY) and Phil Murphy (D-NJ) have both refused a request from House GOP members asking them to explain their policies for nursing homes during the coronavirus pandemic.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, June 22
Jun 22, 2020
How COVID-19 challenges are different for older adults … COVID-19 trials often omit older adults … Actually, the elderly overlooked around the globe … Patient data can predict life expectancy...
Also in the News for Monday, June 22
Jun 22, 2020
OSHA investigations on fatalities and catastrophic injuries spike during pandemic … Minnesota allows outdoor, window visits at nursing homes … Facility practices mass casualty plan after drain cleaner...