The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a memorandum providing additional guidance to nursing homes to help improve their infection control and prevention practices for COVID-19. The guidance advises facilities to monitor the CDC website for resources and contact their local health department when needed. Nursing homes should screen visitors for recent international travel, respiratory infection symptoms, and contact with COVID-19 patients. Staff should also be screened and not report to work if they show signs of respiratory infection. Facilities should increase the availability of hand sanitizers, tissues, and facemasks, as well as ensure proper cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment. CMS also recommends utilizing available CDC and CMS resources to improve infection control and prevention.

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