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This research aims to identify specific factors related to mortality rates in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic in Appalachia.

April 25, 2026

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Factors Associated With Mortality in Appalachian Nursing Homes During the COVID-19 Pandemic

EGErica GigasUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill BZBaiming ZouUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill LCLorinda A. CoombsUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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This research aims to identify specific factors related to mortality rates in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic in Appalachia.
Examined nursing home characteristics and county-level data
Compared findings with existing literature across the United States
Mortality factors in Appalachia differ from national trends
Policymakers should consider regional differences for effective resource allocation

Abstract

NH and county characteristics associated with NH deaths varied from prior literature that included the general United States. Policymakers and NH leaders responsible for NHs in Appalachia should be sensitive to regional differences when making decisions and resource allocations.

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