Declaration triggers requirement for certain members.

The CDC recently hosted a webinar on the new changes to NHSN LTC reporting requirements for acute respiratory illnesses.

The DOH Division of Vaccine Excellence is hosting an immunization webinar titled "What's New with the Flu? COVID and RSV too!" on Oct. 28^th.

Comments on the CMS proposed regulation to make NHSN reporting permanent and expand the scope of data collection are due by Aug. 26, 2024.

Advisory outlines recommended clinician actions, testing recommendations.

The toolkit helps nursing home infection preventionists and leadership prepare for and respond to nursing home residents or HCP who develop signs or symptoms of a respiratory viral infection.

Advisory outlines steps clinicians should follow when treating patients with suspected or confirmed influenza.

DAL provides resources and guidance to implement prevention practices.

While there are no known cases in the country, the guidance provides information for awareness, particularly for those who traveled to or from Rwanda.

All health care provider settings should review for proper compliance.

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.

Nursing home members encouraged to review advisory.