Kane Living Center Worker Tests Positive For Coronavirus

PITTSBURGH, PA - A staff member of the Kane Community Living Centers has tested positive for the coronavirus, Kane director Dennis Biondo disclosed on Wednesday.

“One of our staff members has tested positive for COVID-19," Biondo said in a statement. "The staff person does not provide direct care or has not had direct resident contact and has not worked since last Thursday. All protocols recommended by the Health Department are being followed and, where appropriate, additional testing has occurred.

“There are no positive cases of COVID-19 among our residents or staff that have direct care contact with residents. As other long-term care facilities are doing, we are actively monitoring
our residents for signs and symptoms of the virus. Additionally, all staff continue to follow public health recommendations to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 including strict hand washing procedures. Where appropriate, medical staff also wear facemasks,gowns, and gloves when interacting with residents who are sick.

“We have been working closely with our local and state health department to ensure that we are following all guidance. We will continue to follow recommendations from the county and
state Health departments, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention."

Owned and operated by Allegheny County, the Kane centers provide long-term skilled nursing care. Each of the four facilities has about 360 beds.

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