January 23, 2023 - The Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) and Hogarth Riverview Manor, confirm that the respiratory outbreak at Hogarth Riverview Manor – Lily Resident Home Area - 3 North, located at 300 Lillie St. N, has been declared over. All restrictions have been lifted.
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 to 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.
For more information on current outbreaks in the TBDHU please visit the following link: https://www.tbdhu.com/outbreaks
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