The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued revised guidance for infection control and prevention of COVID-19 in nursing homes. The guidance emphasizes the importance of monitoring the CDC website for updates and contacting local health departments when needed. It provides additional information on limiting the transmission of COVID-19, such as restricting and limiting visitation, monitoring and restricting health care facility staff, and transferring residents with suspected or confirmed infection to hospitals. The guidance also addresses the issue of supply shortages and advises facilities to take actions to mitigate resource shortages and obtain necessary supplies as soon as possible. CMS encourages nursing homes to take advantage of available resources to improve infection control and prevention practices. The guidance is effective immediately and will remain in effect until March 28, 2023.

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