Abstract:Background Long-term care facilities (LTCFs) including assisted living facilities (ALFs) are hubs for high transmission and poor prognosis of COVID-19 among the residents who are more susceptible due to old age and comorbidities. Aim Houston Health Department conducted assessments of ALFs within the City of Houston to determine preparedness and existing preventive measures at the facilities. Methods Onsite assessments were conducted at ALFs using a modified CDC Infection Control Assessment and Response (ICAR) … Show more
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