News
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Friday September 14, 2012
Hand Hygiene (HH) has always been a concern in long term care facilities and recently, in some states, there has been an increase in the number of citations being written related to HH.
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Monday February 27, 2012
Due to the recent reported cases of the Norovirus in nursing homes and assisted living facilities it is important that we remember what the facility’s role and responsibility is regarding infection control. Under the guidance for Surveyors in the State
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Monday February 27, 2012
Once an outbreak has been identified, it is important the facility take the appropriate steps to contain it. State, local and county health departments offer guidance and regulations regarding responding to and reporting outbreaks. This information is often received in
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Tuesday February 21, 2012
Healthcare facilities, including nursing homes and hospitals, are the most commonly reported settings for norovirus outbreaks in the United States. The virus can be introduced into healthcare facilities by infected patients/residents–who may or may not be showing symptoms–or by staff,
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Thursday January 5, 2012
Influenza can spread quickly and have serious consequences in long-term care facilities, putting residents – especially those with certain medical conditions at greater risk of developing complications like pneumonia and bronchitis. The flu also can make chronic health problems worse