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Published on: November 10, 2023
COVID-19 prevalence and mortality in longer-term care facilities
Andrew T Levin1,2,3, Juulia Jylhävä4,5, Dorota Religa6
1Dartmouth College, Hanover, USA. andrew.t.levin@dartmouth.edu.
Abstract:
This essay considers the factors that have contributed to very high COVID-19 mortality in longer-term care facilities (LTCFs). We compare the demographic characteristics of LTCF residents with those of community-dwelling older adults, and then we review the evidence regarding prevalence and infection fatality rates (IFRs), including links to frailty and some comorbidities. Finally, we discuss policy measures that could foster the physical and mental health and well-being of LTCF residents in the present context and in potential future pandemics.
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