long-term care

Long-Term Care Facilities Fail To Meet COVID-19 Vaccination Target

A state report says the facilities had a staff vaccination rate of 62% in May and that 84% of long-term care residents were inoculated.

Jun 22, 2021
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Biden Seeks $400 Billion to Buttress Long-Term Care. A Look at What’s at Stake.

Prospects for the president’s proposal are uncertain. Republicans decry its cost and argue that much of what the plan contains doesn't count as real infrastructure.

Apr 12, 2021

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Long-term care facilities suffered outbreaks and fatalities amid slow action by the Oregon Health Authority./Sharri Anderson

Oregon Report Finds Fatal Shortcomings In Handling Of COVID-19 In Long-term Care Facilities

State auditors recommend more fines for violators, but regulatory agencies say they favor education first.

Mar 24, 2021
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CVS pharmacy manager Cameron Schmitt oversaw the company's vaccination campaign Monday at Village Manor outside Portland.

New Week: New Round Of COVID-19 Vaccinations In Oregon

CVS, Walgreens and Consonus Pharmacy set up their first clinics in nursing homes in Oregon on Monday, marking the start of a weeks-long campaign.

Dec 21, 2020

New Rules Allow Indoor Visits In Most Oregon Long-Term Care Facilities

Nov 1, 2020

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More Than 100 Oregon Long-Term Care Facilities Have Suspected, Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

Apr 14, 2020

Coronavirus Poses Threat To Oregon Residential Care Facilities

Mar 19, 2020

State Requires Long-Term Care Facilities To Limit Visitors To Prevent Deadly Coronavirus Outbreak

Mar 10, 2020

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WHAT LIES AHEAD IN THE 2020S, AS SOCIETY COPES WITH THIS UNPRECEDENTED DEMOGRAPHIC SHIFT?/HANNAH NORMAN/KHN ILLUSTRATION

What The 2020s Have In Store For Aging Boomers

Jan 16, 2020

Long-Term Care Insurance: Less Bang, More Buck

Apr 22, 2016