March 1, 2022 - Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) and Southbridge Care Homes confirm that a respiratory outbreak (non COVID-19) has been declared at Southbridge Roseview, Primrose Unit, in Thunder Bay.
All admissions, transfers, discharges and social activities have been cancelled on the affected unit until further notice. Visitors are restricted to family members and caregivers only. Please call the facility for additional information.
TBDHU continues to remind people to refrain from visiting high risk settings, including hospitals and long-term care facilities, when feeling unwell to avoid spreading infections to the most vulnerable.
The Health Unit reminds the public that they can prevent getting and spreading infections by:
- Keeping up-to-date with influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Washing hands often, for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water, or by using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Covering coughs/sneezes with the upper sleeve if no tissue is available.
- Staying at home when sick to avoid spreading infections to others.
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