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The report covering a four-week period also showed Florida facilities had the second-lowest worker vaccination rate and lagged in vaccinating residents
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The 42 percent vaccination rate placed Florida second from last in the percentage as of June 20 and well behind the national average of 56 percent, according to an AARP study.
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AARP says a new study demonstrates the need to support family caregivers. The organization is pushing Congress to pass legislation that would provide a tax credit up to $5,000 for eligible caregivers.
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A report shows more than 14% of nursing homes had new resident cases in the past four weeks. The national average is 10%. Part of the problem is only about 38% of facility workers have been vaccinated.
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Two bills being considered by Florida lawmakers would make it harder for people to sue health care providers in COVID-related cases. Opponents say nursing homes should be held accountable.
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The rise in deaths has advocates worried about Christmas gatherings and other yearend celebrations.
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About 40 percent of the COVID-19 deaths in Florida during the pandemic have been linked to long-term care facilities, according to state data.
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AARP's Florida director warned of the need remain cautious due to the recent uptick of cases, which could have adverse impacts on nursing homes.
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The state is allowing residents to return to facilities after being screened for COVID-19-like symptoms.
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The Florida Healthcare Association and AARP are talking to anyone who will listen. Their message: pay attention to long-term care. Florida’s population...