Polio vaccines are vaccines used to prevent poliomyelitis (polio). There are two types: one that uses inactivated poliovirus and is given by injection (IPV), and one that uses weakened poliovirus and is given by mouth (OPV). The World Health Organization recommends all children be fully vaccinated against polio.
Oasis is a specialized facility just for individuals with dementia â much like a Womenâs Hospital specializes in meeting the unique healthcare needs of women, or a Childrenâs Hospital is the best place to care for children â Oasis has been carefully designed to provide a higher level of care for individuals with memory loss issues.
Beginning in January 2010, home health agencies have been required to collect a revised version of the OASIS data set (OASIS-C). OASIS-C includes data items supporting measurement of rates for use of specific evidence-based care processes.