‘Lessons need to be learnt’ as report into care homes during Covid published

• Government failings in infection control protocols and supply chains contributed to uncontrolled Covid spread in care homes, highlighting the need for improved pandemic preparedness in these high-risk settings
• The report emphasises that systemic lessons must be learnt regarding early isolation procedures, staffing adequacy, and PPE distribution to prevent future mortality in vulnerable populations
• Care home providers should review their contingency planning and escalation procedures for infectious disease outbreaks, with clearer guidance needed from health authorities during future public health emergencies

An inquiry found that Government failings in care settings allowed the spread of Covid.

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