CDC Weighs Options To Minimize LTC Facilities’ Vaccine Interruptions

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is considering ways to minimize disruptions to long-term care facilities’ vaccination plans for staff and residents in light of the pause on using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, according to a Friday (April 16) notice to stakeholders. “CDC has notified all federal pharmacy partners about the recommendation to pause the use of the J&J vaccine and is exploring options to minimize any potential interruption in ongoing access to vaccine for long-term care...