St. Joseph’s General Hospital Elliot Lake (SJGHEL) advises the public of a COVID-19 outbreak that was declared on the second floor at our long-term care home St. Joseph’s Manor by Algoma Public Health.
Only essential care partners (ECPs) and visitors for essential/compassionate reasons will be permitted on the second floor. SJGHEL would like to remind everyone there are several things that can be done to protect yourself and others from respiratory viruses:
-Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based sanitizer.
-Ensure full immunization including booster doses for those who are eligible.
-Wear a mask in public spaces.
-If you are not feeling well, stay home and rest, or contact your primary health care provider.
-Observe social distancing and respiratory etiquette.
-Reduce indoor air pollution via adequate ventilation where possible.
For more information on respiratory viruses, please contact Algoma Public Health at: (-705-942-4646 ext. 5404 or contact your family health care provider.
