The Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) announced updated guidance for fully vaccinated individuals yesterday. This policy is aimed at preventing transmission levels of the highly communicable and now predominant Delta variant. As of now, CDC guidance for long term care facilities has not changed. However, this new guidance does impact staff outside of work, and we encourage you to educate your staff on this new guidance, the impact of the Delta variant, and the importance of getting vaccinated to prevent further spread. As the Delta variant continues to spread, it will impact testing frequency and other infection control practices. Please double down on your efforts to follow CDC infection control guidance.