In collaboration with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) the COVID-19 outbreak that was declared on Collingwood General and Marine Hospital's (CGMH) Medical Unit on October 20th has now been declared over.
During this timeframe contact tracing for patients and employees was conducted, impacted patients were isolated and enhanced measures were put in place, such as increased cleaning of high touch surfaces on the Units.
The Medical Unit has now reopened for visitors in accordance with Phase 3 of its Designated Visitor policy.
Diligent mask wearing while in the hospital remains in place and is essential for all visitors, in order to protect our most vulnerable patients. Hospital issued masks must cover the visitors mouth and nose, and must remain on for the entire visit. Visitors are not permitted to eat or drink while visiting with any patient. Visitors that are not adhering to the hospital's masking guidelines, will be asked to leave.
"Our Medical and Surgical Teams are to be thanked for their adaptability and their dedication to patient care during these latest outbreaks," says Mike Lacroix, CGMH President and CEO. "At this time, we want to remind our community of our existing masking guidelines that are in place to keep our patients and our CGMH team safe."
Media Contacts:
Lisa van Kolfschoten
Communications Officer
705-445-2550 ext 8307