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CMS Requires Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing Homes

New QSO-24-08-NH incorporates Enhanced Barrier Precautions into infection control procedures for MDROs, aligning with nationally accepted standards.

3 days ago

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Next COVID-19 Relief Funding Reports Due March 31st

The reporting period covers federal COVID-19 relief funds received in the second half of 2022.

10 days ago

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LeadingAge NY Obtains Clarifications Regarding Updated CDC Guidance

DOH confirms that ACF and AL providers should follow updated guidance.

17 days ago

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Free COVID-19 Resources Available from NYMDA

Nursing home and ACF members are encouraged to take advantage of these valuable resources.

18 days ago

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DOH Advisory: Updated Recommendations on When to Stay Home and When to Go Back to Normal Activities After Respiratory Illnesses Including COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV – Non-Healthcare Settings
22 days ago

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Upcoming Federal Nursing Home Learning Opportunities

The CDC is offering webinars on weekly COVID reporting and annual staff flu vaccination data submission, while CMS has scheduled an Open Door Forum covering several topics.

3 days ago

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DOH DAL for Nursing Homes: Biweekly Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Status (As of March 12, 2024)
16 days ago

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Level 3 SAMS Security Access Now Required for All NHSN Users

To complete the upgrade to Level 3 access and resume reporting capabilities, NHSN users should email nhsn@cdc.gov with the subject line “Enhancing Security Data – Level 3.”

18 days ago

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New CDC "Up to Date" COVID-19 Vaccination Status Definition

The second COVID-19 shot recommended by the CDC on Feb. 28, 2024 for all adults aged 65 and older is now required for these individuals to be considered up to date with COVID-19 vaccination.

18 days ago

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CDC Issues Updated Respiratory Virus Guidance for General Public

The new guidance for the general public recommends that people with respiratory virus symptoms stay home and away from others until at least 24 hours after both resolution of fever and overall symptoms are getting better. The updated guidance does not apply to nursing homes and other health care settings, where pre-existing COVID-19 guidance continues to apply.

24 days ago
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