Randolph Hospital requests limited visitation due to widespread flu activity
Posted 2/21/2008
Courtesy of Lauren Ingold
Randolph Hospital Public Relations
ASHEBORO- Randolph Hospital is constantly working to make healthcare safer by preventing the spread of germs that can cause infections, both in the hospital and in the community.
Due to the recent widespread flu activity in Randolph County and surrounding areas, Randolph Hospital is asking that all visitors who are experiencing the following symptoms to not visit guests in the hospital. The symptoms include: fever 100 degrees or higher, cough, sneezing, muscle aches, headache, soar throat and watery eyes.
In addition, the hospital is requesting that no children under 12 years of age visit and the number of visitors is limited to two per patient at any given time. As a precautionary measure, those visiting may see hospital employees working with masks on during the flu season. If you are visiting someone in the hospital you may be asked to wear masks, gloves and protective gowns when you visit patients.
If you are experiencing flu symptoms such cough, sneezing, fever, muscle aches, headache, sore throat and watery eyes, you should visit your health-care provider immediately.
If you are healthy and haven’t experienced any of the listed symptoms, there are some steps you can do to make sure you do not catch the virus.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth. This decreases the chance that you will get the flu virus or other germs into your body or that you will pass the flu to others.
- Clean things that are touched often, such as door or refrigerator handles, computer key boards/mouse, phones and water faucets.
- Avoid unnecessary holding, kissing or sharing food, dishes and glasses with anyone who has a cold or the flu. People with young children, weak immune system or a chronic illness should avoid large crowds, if possible.
Remember, it’s not too late to get a flu shot. Flu viruses circulate year-round, although February and March are the peak months in Randolph County. People can ask their health-care providers about obtaining a flu shot.
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