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Emergent Health Topic:
Novel Coronavirus
(COVID-19)

On Monday, April 6, PDPH posted new guidance and resources related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

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PDPH Advisory:
COVID-19 Universal Masking Guidance

On Saturday, March 28, PDPH posted a health advisory regarding universal masking guidance for LTCF staff.

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PDPH Alert:
COVID-19 Status Update & Guidance

On Thursday, March 26, PDPH posted a health alert regarding a status update as well as HCW isolation and quarantine guidance for COVID-19.

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