Michigan Health Systems Ease Masking Policies

Thirteen health systems in Michigan are relaxing their masking policies and making them optional in most areas under updated policies that go into effect Friday or early next week. The decision was influenced by a statewide decline in inpatient COVID-19 cases and effective medical treatments and vaccines to combat the virus. The masking guidelines are not permanent and can be adjusted if COVID-19 or other viruses begin spreading rapidly. All health systems will continue to provide stations with free masks and hand sanitizer at entrances for patients, visitors, and team members who choose to use them.