For the safety of patients, visitors and staff, the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is changing its visitation policy to help combat the spread of the Coronavirus. Effective Tuesday, March 17, the VA medical center and its community-based VA clinics is limiting visitors until further notice. Only those persons who have a medical need to come to the medical center will be allowed to enter Medical Center visiting hours have been adjusted to: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Only one visitor/support person at a time is permitted to be with each Veteran who is attending an appointment, undergoing a procedure or is an inpatient. No visitors under the age of 18 years. We apologize for the inconvenience, but this also means no infants. Due to concerns for person-to-person transmission, no visitors will be allowed to wait in common areas (canteen areas, waiting rooms, vending areas, etc.). These restrictions apply to all care locations. In addition, we are continuing to provide screening at our facilities to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
Coronavirus Disease 2019, or COVID-19, is a new respiratory virus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. If you develop a fever or cough or have difficulty breathing, or have had close contact with someone who has had a confirmed positive COVID-19 test result, please seek medical attention by calling your provider’s office. For more information regarding the coronavirus, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website. The hospital is fully operational. We are monitoring for symptoms in patients and implementing isolation protocols, if needed. We are taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe while serving the needs of our community. We are actively monitoring and responding to all recommendations made by the CDC and our local Health Authority.
At Providence hospitals in Southern California, our commitment to safety is unwavering. Our patients, our staff and our community expect nothing less. Meeting the challenge of COVID-19 has strengthened that commitment as we’ve created the following guidance to protect everyone in our hospitals.
The hospital is fully operational, is monitoring for symptoms in patients and implementing isolation protocols, if needed. We are taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe while serving the needs of our community. We are actively monitoring and responding to all recommendations made by the CDC and our local Health Authority.
To best care for the communities we serve Southern Inyo Hospital (SIH) along with local, state and federal health agencies has prepared and implemented a Coronavirus prevention and treatment plan to respond to the potential spread of the coronavirus in Southern Inyo County. It is our singular goal to ensure the best, most up to date healthcare is provided to everyone we serve. Presently, there are no known cases of coronavirus in Mono or Inyo County. In all likelihood there will be coronavirus cases detected in our county at some point. The highest risk groups are those over 60 years of age with a history of high blood pressure, heart, lung, and immune system problems like those receiving cancer treatment or those living or have visited in areas where coronavirus has spread rapidly. Listed below are the key components of our plan and important, basic information for everyone one who lives or visits our beloved communities within the Southern Inyo Healthcare District:
Due to COVID-19 precautions, no visitors are permitted in the adult inpatient units. Restricting visitation will help to protect our patients, their families, and our healthcare team. However, telephone and video calls to our patients are welcomed and encouraged. Limited exceptions to the no visitation policy may be approved for patients in the following areas; however, only one (1) visitor per patient will be permitted: Labor and Delivery/Maternity Pediatrics Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU)
With coronavirus (COVID-19), the safety of Riverside Community Hospital patients and visitors remains our top priority. We regularly treat patients with infectious diseases and our clinical teams are highly trained in infection prevention protocols. Riverside Community Hospital is closely monitoring COVID-19 developments in partnership with our local and state health departments and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
Medical staff a Redlands Community Hospital are following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, and we have strong infection control policies, procedures and systems in place. As recommended by the CDC, our clinicians are screening all patients for fever, respiratory symptoms and travel history within a month prior to symptom onset. Anyone meeting the CDC-established criteria would be isolated and further testing and care will guided by the health department.
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Parkview Community Hospital is working with Riverside County Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to respond to any potential COVID-19 cases in our area. We will continue to screen all patients entering our facility for signs and symptom of communicable diseases and implement infection prevention and control practices to protect our patients, visitors and staff. We are in close communication with the CDC and World Health Organization and follow their recommendations to ensure patient safety.
As you probably know, a respiratory illness called COVID-19, or Coronavirus, is spreading rapidly throughout the world. Because our top priority is the safety of our patients, families, healthcare workers, and staff, Mountains Community Hospital’s (MCH) High Consequence Infectious Diseases (HCID) team will continue to focus considerable effort on preparing for a potential outbreak in coordination with public health officials. MCH is urging all patients that are experiencing cold and flu-like symptoms to call their Primary Care Physician immediately to receive instructions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency related to any respiratory symptoms, and feel you need to visit the Emergency Room, we urge you to call our Emergency Hotline at (909) 436-3113 prior to your arrival. We will ask about your symptoms and your possible exposure to an infected person and travel history. When you get to the hospital, please call the hotline at (909) 436-3113 to notify the staff that you have arrived so an MCH staff member can meet you at your vehicle and accompany you into the hospital. This will help prevent possible exposure for the elderly and sick. Mountains Community Hospital is monitoring the situation daily, and we assure all local and visiting residents that we […]
You may be concerned about news of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and its implications for your health and those of your loved ones. Your safety and well-being are our top priority. Please know that: We are taking all necessary measures and precautions to protect the safety of our patients and staff. We specialize in the care of patients with complex illnesses and have experience with managing and containing novel viruses. This is a rapidly evolving situation and we suggest you check out the latest updates on the CDC website as well as the website of your state health department. Hospital visitor policies have been updated to reflect national efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. This policy may change at any time due to the rapidly evolving situation. Maternity patients are allowed one companion/visitor. Pediatric patients are allowed one parent/guardian. Visitors to patients at end of life will be allowed at the discretion of the care team. Hospital entry points will be limited to enable screening of visitors. Visitors who show any signs of illness, including mild symptoms, should not visit patients in the hospital or accompany patients to the emergency department.
Loma Linda University Health is monitoring COVID-19 (coronavirus) closely. The safety of our patients, employees and community is our highest priority during this time.
Due to the coronavirus and COVID-19 outbreak, we are temporarily limiting services or temporarily closing select medical offices. For details regarding impacted departments or medical offices, please see the “About the facility” section of each facility’s kp.org page. Learn more about other ways to get the care you need.
Eisenhower Health and its clinics are open and serving patients in the Coachella Valley. Eisenhower Health wants to provide you with the latest information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Call our hotline at 760-TEST988 (or 760-837-8988) to discuss any symptom concerns before presenting at any of our locations. The line is staffed 24 hours a day by registered nurses who are ready to assist you. Please note that no information about any patient diagnosed with Coronavirus can be shared via this hotline.
Dignity Health is closely following the latest developments with coronavirus. We remain in constant contact with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health departments and are implementing their recommendations as we learn more about this disease. The safety of our visitors, patients, local communities, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority and we are taking steps to limit the spread of the virus and care for those who need it. We will continue to provide updates on this page as more information becomes available.
You may be concerned about news of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and its implications for your health and those of your loved ones. Your safety and well-being are our top priority. Please know that: We are taking all necessary measures and precautions to protect the safety of our patients and staff. We specialize in the care of patients with complex illnesses and have experience with managing and containing novel viruses. This is a rapidly evolving situation and we suggest you check out the latest updates on the CDC website as well as the website of your state health department. Hospital visitor policies have been updated to reflect national efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. This policy may change at any time due to the rapidly evolving situation. Maternity patients are allowed one companion/visitor. Pediatric patients are allowed one parent/guardian. Visitors to patients at end of life will be allowed at the discretion of the care team. Hospital entry points will be limited to enable screening of visitors. Visitors who show any signs of illness, including mild symptoms, should not visit patients in the hospital or accompany patients to the emergency department.
We’re here for you, your family and our community. Desert Care Network is working closely with the Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to respond to any potential novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in our area. Infectious diseases are something that we take care of daily at Desert Care Network, and we have strong infection control policies, procedures and systems in place. We are taking every precaution to keep you, your family, our staff and our community safe.
The hospital is fully operational. We are monitoring for symptoms in patients and implementing isolation protocols, if needed. We are taking proactive steps to keep our patients and team members safe while serving the needs of our community. We are actively monitoring and responding to all recommendations made by the CDC and our local Health Authority. Our Emergency Department treats individuals for emergency medical conditions. If you have fever and/or cough symptoms consistent with the virus and desire to seek medical attention, call your primary care provider or visit an Urgent Care Center. Most community health education programs offered by the hospital in the near term have been canceled/postponed; please follow the hospital on Facebook for updates.
You may be concerned about news of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and its implications for your health and those of your loved ones. Your safety and well-being are our top priority. Please know that: We are taking all necessary measures and precautions to protect the safety of our patients and staff. We specialize in the care of patients with complex illnesses and have experience with managing and containing novel viruses. This is a rapidly evolving situation and we suggest you check out the latest updates on the CDC website as well as the website of your state health department. Hospital visitor policies have been updated to reflect national efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. This policy may change at any time due to the rapidly evolving situation. Maternity patients are allowed one companion/visitor. Pediatric patients are allowed one parent/guardian. Visitors to patients at end of life will be allowed at the discretion of the care team. Hospital entry points will be limited to enable screening of visitors. Visitors who show any signs of illness, including mild symptoms, should not visit patients in the hospital or accompany patients to the emergency department.
We understand that members of our community are concerned about the risk of exposure to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). As of today (3/18/2020), there have been 3 confirmed cases of coronavirus in San Bernardino County. BVCHD is monitoring the coronavirus outbreak and is working closely with local and state health agencies, other regional hospitals, and the Centers for Disease Control to monitor and implement the most current guidelines. The safety of our patients, visitors, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority. BVCHD has prepared a plan for the screening, isolation, and initial care of patients who seek treatment for the coronavirus or other infectious diseases.
We take the health and safety of caregivers, patients and visitors very seriously which is why effective immediately NO VISITORS will be allowed at Barstow Community Hospital with a few exceptions noted below. To ensure we are doing everything to protect our Patients, Staff, Physicians, and limited Visitors from the spread of COVID-19, Barstow Community Hospital is now consolidating to a single entrance, the Emergency Department entrance, and will be administering a temperature screening to everyone who enters the facility.
The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health (DPH) continues to work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to respond to reports of Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) as the situation is quickly evolving. Residents of San Bernardino are encouraged to stay home as much as possible while only participating in essential activities, such as critical work functions and shopping for necessities. We know these measures are challenging, but social distancing will help to protect all of our communities. We encourage older adults and those with chronic medical conditions to take additional precautions to avoid getting sick with the disease.