Tennessee To Require Widespread COVID-19 Testing At All Nursing Home, Long-Term Care Facilities

Widespread COVID-19 testing is coming soon to all 700-plus nursing home or long-term care facilities across Tennessee. During the April 29 COVID-19 press briefing, Govenor Bill Lee said in an effort to protect the more vulnerable populations in Tennessee, specifically the elderly, the state is requiring COVID-19 testing at all long-term care facilities and nursing homes.

There are more than 700 licensed facilities in the state, with more than 70,000 residents.The decision comes after dozens of nursing home residents have tested positive for COVID-19; with several COVID-19 related deaths reported . . .