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COVID-19: Nursing Home Residents At Risk

Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin, Consultant Geriatrician

07-Apr-20 11:00

COVID-19: Nursing Home Residents At Risk

 The elderly are already among the most vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic, and living in nursing homes puts them at even higher risk. So what can these facilities do to protect their residents during this pandemic? And what can we do as family members as well? We’re speaking to consultant geriatrician Prof Dr Tan Maw Pin to find out more. 

Produced by: Lim Sue Ann

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek


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