COVID-19 Updates

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THE WEEK IN REVIEW – JULY 10, 2020

Measles vaccine could protect workers from worst of COVID-19, argue scientists

Employee spread — not controversial admission policy — was driver behind COVID-19 deaths, report finds

Feds should probe states’ ‘concerning’ nursing home policies during pandemic

Nursing home lessons from COVID-19: From family webinars to Zoom staff meetings

Providers hopeful about next Senate virus relief bill

FAST FORWARD

Tech successes for coping with COVID-19

Publish Date July 10, 2020
Ongoing pandemic conditions have stressed long-term care providers in numerous ways, but they also have revealed many creative approaches for dealing with once-in-a-century challenges.

THE BRIGHTER SIDE

‘Heartwarming’ Father’s Day parade connects residents and family members

It’s been nearly four months since nursing homes across the country closed their doors to visitors in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Residents at a Virginia skilled nursing facility got an opportunity to connect with their families and friends in person in celebration of Father’s Day.