April 21, 2023

Adults Need Vaccines, Too

Guest Blog by Amy Sgueglia, MSN, RN, MAIC, Facilitator, JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc.

One of the lessons of the Covid-19 pandemic is that vaccines are not just for children. Adults also need vaccines to protect their communities against serious and life-threatening diseases, reduce the spread of disease, and maintain good health. But did you know that the COVID vaccine is just one of several vaccines that are recommended for adults?

Emergency Preparedness and Response Educational Series

Week 2 of our 4 weeks series: You Don't Know What You Don't Know

Thursday, April 27

12 - 1 pm ET

For healthcare workers, it is not of question of if, but when an emergency will strike. Being prepared not only saves lives, but can prevent financial and property loss and ensure the well-being of entire communities. This Emergency Preparedness and Response Series will help you prepare for emergencies and anticipate potential hazards when an emergency occurs.

For registration and more information on each session, click here.

Join CMS for a Call on the End of the Public Health Emergency

You are invited to jjoin the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for an informational event to help providers, facilities and people with Medicare prepare for the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) at midnight EDT on May 11, 2023. CMS leaders and expert staff will present an overview of the effects of the PHE’s ending on our current waivers and flexibilities and then answer your questions.ccurs.

For information and links to register, click here.

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Next week we have an array of educational opportunities, including Partnering Beyond Covid-19 Learning Circle: Diabetes/Kidney Care on April 26 from 12-12:30 PM. Please visit our calendar to learn more and register.

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