Skilled nursing facilities are a critical part of the health care system. They provide extended postacute care for persons leaving the hospital (eg, antibiotics, rehabilitation), as well as long-term care for persons who are not able to live independently. This includes a substantial proportion of older adults and people with functional and cognitive disabilities in the US.
JAMA Internal Medicine published a clinical update in Research Highlights on 01 Mar 2026.
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