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PALTmed’s Infection Advisory Committee has developed recommendations for the 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccine to guide clinicians and administrators in post-acute and long-term care settings. While the CDC provides national guidance, these recommendations address the specific risks and needs of PALTC residents a...

JAMDA

December 27, 2019

Recommendations for Mandatory Influenza Vaccinations for Health Care Personnel From AMDA's Infection Advisory Subcommittee

Preventing influenza infections is a national health priority, particularly among geriatric and adults with frailty who reside in post-acute and long-term care (PALTC) settings. Older adults account for more than 70% of deaths from influenza, a reflection of decreased vaccine effectiveness in that age grou...

Caring for the Ages

July 31, 2023

Recommendations for Medical and Mental Health Care in Assisted Living: The CoalitionBe Well in ALRecommendations for Medical and Mental Health Care in Assisted Living: The Coalition

JAMDA

April 30, 2024

Recommendations for Next Steps in Our Understanding of Use of Antipsychotics among Older Adults in the PALTC Environments

JAMDA

September 25, 2025

Recommendations for NP/Physician Collaborative Relationships in Long-Term Care Homes

Residents of long-term care (LTC) homes have complex medical and psychosocial care needs. Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physicians possess the complementary skills required for responding to residents’ needs. Therefore, collaboration between NPs and physicians is crucial for achieving optimal resident outc...