A STUDY ON OCCURRENCE OF COVID-19 CASES AND RESPONSE AFTER TESTING POSITIVE IN THE GERIATRIC HEALTH SERVICES FACILITIES

Abstract

Although the epidemic of COVID-19 is temporarily calming down in Japan, its infectivity remains unchanged, so there is still concern about mass outbreaks at facilities for the elderly. Unlike outpatient facilities, inpatient facilities cannot be closed even if a positive person occurs, and it will be necessary to deal with residents and positive people. The purpose of this study is to obtain knowledge that would lead to the prevention of the spread of COVID-19. The occurrence of COVID-19 cases was first examined, and then the response after testing positive was considered in geriatric health services facilities.