Outbreak Declared: Bethammi Nursing Home

June 29, 2020 - The outbreak of gastrointestinal illness at Bethammi Nursing Home – affecting the 3rd floor, located at 63 Carrie Street has been declared today, June 29, 2020. All restrictions are in place.

The Health Unit is urging people to stay at home and refrain from visiting hospitals and long-term care facilities when feeling unwell to avoid spreading infections to those most vulnerable: young infants and children, the elderly and those with other chronic illnesses.

The Health Unit reminds the public to prevent getting and spreading infections by:

• Washing hands often, for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water, or by using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Staying at home if sick to avoid spreading infections to others.

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