Amended guidance issued by the New York State Department of Health directs hospitals and healthcare facilities to test patients for COVID-19 five days prior to an elective surgery.
Based on the widespread impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts say healthcare organizations should consider four key changes to mitigate the effects of any future large-scale disruptions.
The Joint Commission shares important considerations and guidance related to mental health problems among healthcare professionals caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Due to high COVID-19 rates in nursing homes, CMS says it will increase enforcement for facilities with persistent infection control violations and impose enforcement actions for lower level infection control deficiencies.
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