A COVID-19 outbreak at Stratford General Hospital has been declared over by Huron Perth Public Health.
The outbreak was declared on the inpatient unit – Level 3, on Dec. 29. The unit is now open to admissions and transfers, while family and caregiver presence has also been restored, Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance said in a media release.
“While this outbreak is over, we can’t stress enough the importance of layering up your protection to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses that are circulating in Huron Perth," said Erica Jensen, HPHA Manager Quality, Patient Safety & Infection Control.
“Keep up-to date with your flu and COVID-19 vaccines, wash your hands often, stay home if you are feeling sick and wear a mask when required/needed.”
Masks are required to be worn in all clinical areas of HPHA hospital sites, including inpatient units, emergency departments, outpatient clinics, imaging, labs and waiting rooms. Medical grade masks are provided at entrances and masking stations throughout hospital sites.
“To keep our patients and team members safe from hospital-acquired respiratory infections it is important to follow the masking requirements when attending medical appointments and visiting loved ones,” said Jensen.
That includes wearing a mask in the patient’s room when visiting. Anyone that feels sick or has symptoms of illness are strongly advised to postpone a visit with a loved until feeling better.
