New State vaccine mandate for HCP; booster vaccines approved for immunocompromised; new general guidance for vaccinators.

LeadingAge NY and LeadingAge National are collecting sample vaccination mandate policies and communication materials from members. Before adopting a mandatory vaccination policy in your facility, we recommend that you review it with your counsel and ensure that it addresses your specific circumstances. We welcome you to share your policies with us.

Advisories issued; government worker vaccination update.

DOH assists those with Excelsior Pass difficulties.

NYSIIS reporting still required for vaccinators; general guidance addresses individuals vaccinated outside the U.S.

Join us on Tues., June 29^th from 1 to 3 p.m. to learn about strategies your facility can put into practice to improve COVID-19 vaccination rates of your long term care staff members.

Save the date for upcoming LeadingAge NY webinar on staff vaccine uptake; EEOC confirms employers may mandate vaccine; J&J vaccine shelf life extended.