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Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Geriatrics and Long-Term Care: The ABCDs of COVID-19

Heather D'Adamo1,2, Thomas Yoshikawa1,2, Joseph G Ouslander3

  • 1Geriatrics and Extended Care, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, University of California, Los Angeles, California.

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
|March 27, 2020
PubMed

Insights

Older adults and those with chronic conditions are most vulnerable to COVID-19. This article offers guidance for managing coronavirus disease 2019 in long-term care facilities.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic presents unprecedented global challenges.
  • Older adults and individuals with underlying health conditions are at higher risk.
  • Long-term care facilities house a population with increased vulnerability due to age and comorbidities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide essential information on COVID-19 within long-term care settings.
  • To offer insights and recommended strategies for managing the pandemic in these facilities.
  • To guide healthcare professionals and administrators in long-term care.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current epidemiological data on COVID-19.
  • Synthesis of expert recommendations for infection control.
  • Guidance on clinical management and public health strategies.

Main Results:

  • Identification of high-risk populations within long-term care.
  • Outline of critical measures for prevention and mitigation.
  • Emphasis on the need for rapid adaptation to evolving information.

Conclusions:

  • Long-term care facilities require specific, tailored approaches to combat COVID-19.
  • Proactive and informed management is crucial for protecting vulnerable residents.
  • Continuous access to updated resources is vital due to the dynamic nature of the pandemic.

Keywords:
COVID-19coronaviruslong-term carepandemic

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