Pediatric Unit Visitor Restrictions Implemented at Metro Detroit Hospitals Amid Respiratory Illness Surge
Corewell Health is implementing visitor restrictions in the pediatric units of its hospitals in Royal Oak, Dearborn, and Troy, as well as its Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, due to a surge in respiratory illnesses. Patients aged 21 and under will be limited to two visitors during the day and one overnight. The hospitals are experiencing an increase in cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), COVID-19, and influenza. Officials advise taking precautions such as handwashing, staying home when sick, and avoiding crowded gatherings. Vaccines are available for RSV, COVID-19, and the flu, including a monoclonal antibody shot for infants and older babies with underlying medical conditions. Parents are urged to seek medical attention if their child is experiencing difficulty breathing or abnormal behavior.