Study shows Massachusetts response to COVID-19 in nursing homes helped stem infection rate

A new paper found that adherence to infection control processes, especially proper wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) and cohorting strategies, such as grouping residents based on their risk of infection or whether they tested positive for COVID-19, was significantly associated with declines in weekly infection and mortality rates.

Source: sciencedaily.com

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