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Monday, April 08, 2024

GBGH Declares COVID-19 Outbreak on 1 North Inpatient Unit

An outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared on the 1 North Complex Continuing Care and Rehabilitation unit at Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH), in collaboration with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. The outbreak includes 11 patients who contracted COVID-19 while receiving care at the hospital.

Enhanced cleaning and other infection prevention and control measures – including increased testing of patients and staff – are in place. Visitation to the unit is limited to essential caregivers only and the unit is closed to admissions at this time. Universal masking and eye protection is required for anyone entering a unit experiencing an outbreak.

Media Contacts:
Jennifer Moore
Director, Communications and Community Relations
Georgian Bay General Hospital
705-526-1300 ext 5177
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