Infection Prevention (Flu, Cold, & COVID-19)

Individuals in long-term care settings are especially vulnerable to the spread of infection and disease.  Important prevention measures help mitigate this risk and keep residents safe and healthy.

• Resources for residents and their families regarding COVID-19
  • Limitations on Visitation and Daily Activities Negatively Impact the Lives of Nursing Home Residents
  • Tips for Facility Visits During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
  • Tips for Communication While Wearing a Mask
  • Taking Care of You: Tips for the Family Caregiver
  • Taking Care of You: Tips for Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities
• Engaging Ombudsmen, Residents and Families as Partners in Preventing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI)

Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

• Flu prevention
• Infection control in healthcare facilities
• Hand hygiene in healthcare settings