COVID-19 Outbreak Declared at Stratford General Hospital
October 16, 2024
The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the Medicine Unit at Stratford General Hospital.
Outbreak status refers to two or more confirmed positive COVID-19 cases among patients that could have possibly been acquired in the hospital.
The unit is now closed to admissions until further notice.
HPHA is working in collaboration with Huron Perth Public Health to manage the outbreak. Patients, family/caregivers and team members affected are in the process of being notified and testing of patients is taking place.
Family and caregiver presence on the unit has been modified. Patients may only have one family caregiver/visitor per day with no in-and-out privileges. Family/caregivers will be required to wear personal protective equipment including mask, eye protection, gown and gloves.
“As we enter cold and flu season, it's important to remember that COVID-19 is still circulating in our communities. Please take the necessary steps to stay healthy, such as washing your hands regularly, coughing or sneezing into your elbow, and staying home if you're feeling unwell. If you're sick, avoid visiting hospitals to help protect others,” says Erica Jensen, Manager Quality, Patient Safety and Infection Control.