Quality and Safety
From October 1, 2019 to April 4, the flu killed from 24,000 to 62,000 Americans and caused at least 410,000 hospitalizations, according to the CDC.
The fines are receiving criticism from both nursing homes and advocacy groups such as LeadingAge, which says the industry is already facing unprecedented financial strain.
The joint statement includes recommendations on community partnerships, PPE and distancing protocols, and prioritizing procedures.
Drug-candidate pipelines represent a first step toward the discovery of new drugs to treat the virus.
By September, the U.S. will have the capacity to do 90 million tests a month, if needed, says Adm. Brett Giroir of HHS.
A "gray market" for bogus products has emerged, with profiteers hoping to benefit from hospitals' need for PPE.
NIOSH-rated masks can also be subjected to sterilization with hydrogen peroxide or ethylene oxide without compromising efficiency.
A majority of those who have been confirmed to have died from the coronavirus are people of color, many born outside the U.S.
The plans include details on reaching vulnerable populations including minorities, immunocompromised individuals and older adults.
Through the platform, hospitals can communicate with post-acute care facilities about test results and bed availability to inform care transitions.