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Volume XXXI, Number 3
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Spread the Word: Vaccines Are Not Just for Little OnesSubmitted by: Did you know that according to The Immunization Partnership, only about two (2) in 10 adults in the United States are up-to-date on their whooping cough vaccinations? Did you know that there are several vaccines that adults 19 years and older need to have in order to protect themselves and others from potentially life-threatening illnesses? Did you know that the Affordable Care Act expands access to vaccines for adults given that all insurance plans have to cover preventive services (including vaccines) with no cost-sharing/co-pays? Vaccine-preventable adult illnesses cost thousands of lives in the United States every year, and they cost society billions of dollars each year in treatment, hospitalizations and lost productivity. There is no doubt that adults of all ages need to be immunized for a whole host of reasons, including the reality that immunizations prevent adults from getting certain illnesses and they prevent the spread of illnesses, including among family members who may be our residents. At any given time, statistics suggest that 40% of adults don’t know which immunizations they might need, or when they last received their immunizations. Vaccinations must be a part of our lives and our daily conversations as long-term care professionals serving residents and their family members, and as healthcare experts promoting good health in our local communities. Bottom line? Vaccines aren’t just for children. Adults can, and should, be protected from vaccine-preventable deadly diseases. Spread the word in your centers, businesses and your communities. For more information, visit the Adult Vaccination Website. |
President’s Report___________________________ Legislative Update___________________________Commitment to CareIf you have any questions about the THCA Commitment to Care Initiative or would like to share your facilities successes please contact Gloria Bean-Williams by email or call (512) 458-1257. ___________________________ State / THCA News___________________________ National / AHCA News___________________________ Announcements & Recognition2016 THCA Membership Directory and Resource Guide COMING SOON!Hard copies scheduled to be mailed out later this month, with a digital copy to be posted on our website mid-April! Visit, Like and Follow THCA….Are you familiar with THCA’s Website, Facebook Page & Twitter Account? We utilize these portals to provide information & tools for long term care providers / caregivers, family members, LTC advocates, and to share the wonderful events, celebrations, etc. that take place in Texas Nursing, Rehabilitation & Assisted Living facilities! Visit our Website, “Like” our Facebook page and “Follow” us on Twitter! And please encourage your staff to as well!
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