March 15, 2019 - The respiratory outbreak at Hogarth Riverview Manor affecting 7 South (Violet Home Care Area) and 7 North (Trillium Home Care Area), located at 300 N. Lillie Street has been declared over this morning at 9am. All restrictions have been lifted for the entire 7th Floor.
The Health Unit is urging people to stay at home and refrain from visiting hospitals and long-term care facilities when feeling unwell to avoid spreading infections to those most vulnerable: young infants and children, the elderly and those with other chronic illnesses.
The Health Unit reminds the public to prevent getting and spreading infections by:
- Washing hands often, for at least 15 seconds with soap and warm water, or by using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Staying at home if sick to avoid spreading infections to others.
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For more information: Health Unit Media: news@tbdhu.com.
News Type
Outbreak
Health Topics
Diseases & Infections
Outbreak