More testing of staff linked to drop in COVID-19 cases, deaths at SNFs
Mar 23, 2023
Reductions in COVID-19 cases and deaths among residents at skilled nursing facilities mainly were seen before vaccine availability.
Fourth dose of BNT162b2 prevents severe COVID-19 in nursing home residents
Jun 27, 2022
Substantial protection against hospitalizations and deaths seen among nursing home residents during the omicron surge.
Universal decolonization at nursing homes beneficial
Oct 18, 2023
Risk for transfer to a hospital due to infection or for any reason lower with universal decolonization versus routine care
Bleeding higher with standard-dose DOACs in nonvalvular A-Fib
Nov 16, 2023
For nursing home residents with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, the rate of bleeding is higher with standard- versus reduced-dose direct acting oral anticoagulants.
Disparities in COVID-19 vaccination identified among healthcare employees
Jun 16, 2021
Vaccination was least likely among clinical nurses, support staff and workers at skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities.