Health Sciences North said that as of Nov. 8, it has temporarily restricted visitors and designated care partners on level six of the north tower at the Ramsey Lake Health Centre due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
“Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our patients and dedicated health care workers,” said a notice posted to the hospital’s website.
“By reducing the number of people entering the unit, we can minimize the spread of COVID-19. Exceptions to visitor restrictions will be considered by the manager or delegate. Thank you for your understanding.”
COVID-19 outbreaks were declared on both levels six and 8 of the hospital’s north tower on Nov. 6.
The hospital said that as of Nov. 8, it had 51 confirmed cases among admitted patients, one of them in the ICU.
More information on COVID-19 at Health Sciences North can be found through the hospital’s website.
