COVID-19 OUTBREAK

Temiskaming Hospital is advising the public that a COVID-19 outbreak has been declared effective today January 2nd, 2024. The outbreak was declared as two or more in-patients have experienced symptoms and tested positive for COVID-19.

As a result, enhanced infection control measures are in place, and temporary adjustments to care partner/visitors are now in effect until further notice.

Temiskaming Hospital is asking for the public’s cooperation with the following to help minimize the risk of transmission to and from patients, visitors and staff.

Updated guidance is relevant to only the Medical Surgical Department at this time:

Masks:

Masks are required for all care partners visiting patients in the Med Surg department.

Care Partners/Visitation:

· Patients admitted to Medical/Surgical Department (Acute or ALC/LTC/CCC), – Unlimited care partners, One (1) may visit at one time.

· End of Life / Medical Assistance in Dying / Critically ill / risk of imminent death – Unlimited care partners. Two (2) may visit at a time.

· Pediatric/Adolescent <16 years of age – Two designated care partners, for patient’s length of stay. Both (if from the same household) may visit at a time.

***If your loved one is on isolation, appropriate PPE will need to be worn as instructed by staff during your visit.***

“We will continue to protect our most vulnerable and our community as we continue to battle COVID-19.” says CEO Mike Baker. “I would like to again thank our community for their support and remind everyone that while we care for you, please care about us.”

The Timiskaming Health Unit is working with the Hospital in ensuring best practices are being followed during this time. For virtual visitations, please contact Kathy Demarce at 705-647-8121 ex 2341.

Temiskaming Hospital will continue to update the public on the outbreak.