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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced it began distributing billions in additional relief funds to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) to help them combat …
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CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Chester County health officials have today confirmed 46 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the countywide total to 1,816 cases and 183 deaths.(1) All people are …
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KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Genesis HealthCare (NYSE: GEN), one of the largest post-acute care providers in the United States, on Wednesday recognized Lisa Barlow, who was selected to attend this …
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ALLENTOWN, PA — Following a request from U.S. Senator Pat Toomey (R-PA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will be prioritizing COVID-19 testing for nursing home residents and …
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In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pennsylvania’s leaders have had to confront some brutal truths, including our state’s undeniable dependence on the low-paid health care workers, direct support professionals …
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WEST CHESTER, PA — In its effort to continue providing comprehensive public information regarding coronaviruses cases in Chester County, the Chester County Health Department has added new data to its …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services issued guidance to DHS-licensed personal care homes and assisted living residences and is launching education support and clinical coaching with the …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of State announced that it has issued 30 licensing waivers since March 17 to allow licensed professionals, facilities and trainees to respond to the …
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HARRISBURG, PA — Among myriad actions to support Pennsylvania’s health care system during the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Tom Wolf this week signed an order to provide critical aid to hospitals with …
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WEST READING, PA — Since March 18 all Tower Health Urgent Care locations have been fully integrated into Tower Health’s Epic electronic health record (EHR). This is another major step …
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