The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued a new Provider Information Notice (PIN) outlining safety recommendations for healthcare facilities during the upcoming holiday season amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The PIN emphasizes the importance of vaccination, face coverings, and maintaining safe practices to prevent the spread of the virus. Facilities should educate staff, patients, and families on safety measures such as getting vaccinated, staying informed about local infection rates, staying home if sick, practicing good hygiene, and following physical distancing guidelines. Additional recommendations for specific holidays, such as Halloween and Dia de los Muertos, are also provided. Healthcare facilities should implement these recommendations to ensure the safety of their staff and patients during the holiday season. Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in consequences for non-compliance.

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