New York City first to offer Paxlovid at COVID-19 testing sites
Jul 01, 2022
The ‘Test-to-Treat’ program is part of federal and city efforts to catch and treat infections early and be ready for new waves of the pandemic.
Appropriations process best bet for funding relief: Argentum
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 30, 2022
With the prospect of additional COVID-19 relief legislation at a standstill, Argentum is turning its attention to the appropriations process and ensuring the sector’s voice is heard.
FDA panel to weigh improved booster shots from Moderna, Pfizer
Jun 27, 2022
Both Pfizer and Moderna have been testing updated booster shots that target the omicron variant.
‘Be vigilant’ in face of OSHA scrutiny related to COVID-19, attorney advises
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 27, 2022
Skilled nursing facility and senior living community operators “should continue to be vigilant” in their COVID-19 mitigation measures even though the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s...
Moderna says omicron-specific booster should be ready by August
Jun 23, 2022
The vaccine targets both omicron and the original strain of the virus.
AI plus wearable sensor may detect presymptomatic COVID-19
Jun 23, 2022
AI algorithm interpreting data from a wearable sensor bracelet that monitors changes in physiologic parameters might allow early detection.
Staffing trends study could create roadmap for helping long-term care industry
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 23, 2022
The state of Pennsylvania is undertaking a study of staffing trends during the COVID-19 pandemic in an effort to determine how to help the long-term care industry.
OSHA long-term care COVID inspections this year surpass number for all of 2021
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 13, 2022
Even without a federal COVID-19 healthcare rule to enforce, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has inspected more assisted living communities and nursing homes...
Operator error means some could miss out on $100,000 or more in Provider Relief Fund payments
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 07, 2022
Provider error could mean the loss of $100,000 or more in Provider Relief Fund monies for some senior living organizations.
Post-COVID conditions are common among adult survivors
May 25, 2022
There was a more than twofold risk of acute pulmonary embolism and respiratory signs and symptoms among survivors aged 18 to 64 and ≥65 years.