![Joanne M. Conroy, M.D., headshot. Leadership Dialogue. A conversation with AHA Chair Joanne M. Conroy, M.D., and Robert Brady, Director of Anxiety Disorders Service, Dartmouth Health.](/sites/default/files/2024-07/leadership-dialogue-conroy-brady-900x400.jpg)
Between Oct. 10, 2022, and Jan. 8, 2023, nursing home residents who were not up to date with the recommended COVID-19 vaccinations had a 30%-50% higher risk for SARS-CoV-2 infection than residents who were up to date, according to a study released by the CDC.