DOH issues DAL on telehealth and urges focus on infection control and updating of HCS roles.

Some nursing homes have received letters from DOH identifying areas of non-compliance in response to their infection prevention audits. The letters require facilities to provide updated policies and/or additional information.

Webinar for ACF and nursing home providers to be held on Wed., Sept. 11, 2024 from 12-1 p.m.

The Aug. 29^th DOH-association meeting included a discussion of the revised VAPAP standards and a new DOH effort to ensure that all nursing homes and ACFs have provided valid 24/7 contact information in the HCS.

The Department asked for feedback on the types of providers that are in short supply for nursing homes. Please send your feedback to LeadingAge NY.

The Aug. 14^th online training satisfies the statutory requirement, as will a future 30-minute webinar designed specifically for direct care staff. A recording of each webinar will be made available.

DOH will be hosting a new webinar on health equity impact assessments (HEIAs) required for certificate of need projects.

To assist in preparing for the forthcoming fall and winter virus season, DOH is encouraging long-term care providers to visit the CDC's Vaccines and Immunizations webpage.