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health1 year ago

UW Health Reinstates Mask Mandate This Month

UW Health in Wisconsin will implement mandatory masking requirements from November 11 to mid-March in high-risk areas such as cancer clinics and emergency departments to protect against respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and influenza. Masks are strongly recommended in other patient care areas. This annual protocol aims to prevent illness spread and ensure healthcare providers remain available for patient care. UnityPoint Health – Meriter will maintain similar masking policies in its facilities.

via WKOW|
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health2 years ago

Healthcare Facilities Divided on Mask Mandates Amid COVID Resurgence

Los Angeles County has reinstated masking requirements for healthcare workers and visitors in healthcare settings due to a rise in COVID, flu, and RSV cases, while other Southern California counties have not implemented similar mandates. Despite the increase in COVID-19 hospital admissions, the number of deaths in LA County is lower than last winter. Health experts advise hand washing, staying home when sick, and getting vaccinated for flu, COVID, and RSV to protect against respiratory illnesses.

via KABC-TV|
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health2 years ago

UW Health and UnityPoint Health-Meriter Reinstate Masking Requirements as Respiratory Illness Cases Rise

UW Health has updated its masking requirements, mandating masks in waiting areas, scheduling areas, and exam rooms for patients, staff, and visitors, while masks are not required in cafeterias, lobbies, elevators, and administrative spaces. The decision comes as Dane County experiences a rise in respiratory illnesses, including the flu, RSV, and COVID-19. UW Health aims to protect patients and staff, urging everyone to practice good hand hygiene, stay home if sick, and stay up to date on vaccinations. Monitoring trends, UW Health and UnityPoint Health - Meriter will make further adjustments as necessary.

via WKOW|
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