November 10, 2022 - A memo from the Renfrew County and District Health Unit regarding visitors at Renfrew County Hospitals
Effective January 27th, 2023, we have an active COVID-19 outbreak on our 2nd Medical unit.
When there is an outbreak, the following occurs:
Passive Screening Is Now In Effect At All PRH Entrances (July 6, 2022)
Please note that our hospital has now transitioned from active to passive screening at all entrances.
This means that:
- All patients and visitors entering the hospital will be directed by signage to sanitize their hands and take a new mask from a dispenser to wear for the whole time they are in our facility.
- Visitors are no longer required to show proof of vaccination upon entry.
- Patients who feel unwell are asked to ensure that the health care provider at their appointment is aware of their symptoms.
- Visitors are directed to return home if they feel unwell or have symptoms of any illness that may be contagious.
Pembroke Regional Hospital is currently in low visitor restrictions:
Policies you need to know:
Thank you for helping us keep everyone in the hospital safe!
If you have a health concern, including concerns or questions about COVID-19, and you don't have a family physician or can't access your family physician, call 1-844-727-6404 to connect with care and support from a nurse practitioner, family physician and/or community paramedic. For more information on this service, visit their website at http://www.rcvtac.ca/.
General Information on COVID-19
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19, visit the Renfrew County and District Health Unit's website at www.rcdhu.com .
For the most up-to-date information about the COVID-19 situation in Ontario, visit www.ontario.ca.
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 from the World Health Organization (WHO), visit www.who.int