This guidance is intended to develop and implement a Safer Visiting Protocol that includes effective infection prevention and control measures and addresses the psychosocial needs of the resident. Infection Prevention practices will be consistent with current CDC and local public health departments guidelines. (See Key Strategies to Prepare for COVID-19 in Long-Term Care Facilities (LTCFs); CDC Assisted Living…
From the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases March is National Kidney Month, a time when communities across the country raise awareness about kidney disease. This year’s focus is on taking charge of your health and the many factors that go into managing your kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a…
In February, residents celebrated Valentine’s Day with Valentine crafts and cards and Greg’s birthday with GIFTS bingo and cake (which happens to be on Valentine’s Day too!) What fun!
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Nearly 1 in 2 adults have hypertension, yet only about 1 in 4 have their blood pressure under control. Explore CDC’s Public Health Resources for Hypertension Control page, which provides trusted, evidence-based tools about hypertension control for public health professionals to share with their partners. Visit www.cdc.gov/heartmonth to learn more about the resources in CDC’s hypertension toolkits.
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