New Haven and Fairfield counties recently crossed the 10% threshold, triggering more aggressive staff testing.
Nursing Homes
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CT will open fourth recovery facility as COVID cases in nursing homes keep rising
The recovery centers alleviate stress on nursing homes by allowing residents infected with COVID-19 to be transferred there.
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Nearly 60% of nursing homes in CT have at least one COVID case
From Dec. 1 to 15, every nursing home resident will be tested for the virus.
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Over objections from advocates, Lamont to extend legal immunity for nursing homes, hospitals
Despite objections from advocates and family members, Gov. Ned Lamont said he would extend legal immunity through Feb. 9.
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‘There are no checks and balances:’ Families, advocates press for repeal of legal immunity for nursing homes, hospitals
Advocates are warning against extending legal immunity for nursing homes in Connecticut.
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Panel will propose new legislation for nursing homes as COVID-19 cases, deaths in facilities continue to rise
Officials and legislators will consider whether there should be new requirements for staffing levels, testing and more in nursing homes.
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With COVID-19 cases rising in CT, some nursing homes are now requiring visitor testing
The state has issued no mandate around visitor testing, leaving the decision up to the nursing homes.
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Connecticut sends COVID-19 distribution plan to CDC
The proposal calls for a three-stage distribution plan, but complex logistics remain unresolved.
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New COVID infections grow more slowly after three-day jump
Connecticut’s three-day coronavirus escalation eased up Friday as the pace of new infections slowed to end the week.
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Report: In early stages of COVID-19, nursing homes overlooked as state focused on hospitals
A report released Thursday concluded that many early efforts focusing on hospitals hampered Connecticut’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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COVID outbreak at Colchester nursing home sparks state response in southeastern Connecticut
As coronavirus cases rise statewide, a Colchester nursing home reported 57 new cases this week, including 46 residents.
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CT relaxes restrictions on indoor nursing home visits
The state public health department repealed its previous visitation requirement that residents must obtain a doctor’s note.
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‘Loneliness is the next crisis:’ CT prepares to loosen restrictions on indoor nursing home visits
Under the new regulations, indoor visits are permitted so long as community spread is limited and proper precautions are taken.
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As Lamont prepares to ease COVID restrictions, he will also explain how they could return
Gov. Ned Lamont is ready to ease more pandemic restrictions on Connecticut. But what would it take to restore them?
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Lamont issues two-month extension of executive orders, including immunity for nursing homes and hospitals
The extension will give the governor time to speak with lawmakers and industry officials about whether to prolong the orders.