NEWS RELEASE SAULT AREA HOSPITAL **************************** Norovirus-like symptoms on 1B and 3B Sault Area Hospital (SAH) has seen an increase in the number of patients on 1B and 3B (medical units) exhibiting Norovirus-like symptoms and as a resul

NEWS RELEASE



SAULT AREA HOSPITAL



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Norovirus-like symptoms on 1B and 3B



Sault Area Hospital (SAH) has seen an increase in the number of patients on 1B and 3B (medical units) exhibiting Norovirus-like symptoms and as a result, has declared an outbreak.



Norovirus has been circulating in the community for several weeks.



Symptoms of Norovirus can include acute onset of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and/or abdominal cramps.



In addition, myalgia (muscle pain), malaise and headaches are often reported.



SAH has instituted measures to contain cross-contamination between different areas of the hospital and between patients on these floors.



Although SAH has not imposed visitor restrictions at this time, it is important that individuals who may be planning to visit patients in these areas use discretion to safeguard both their safety and that of the patient.



Anyone experiencing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or cold/flu-like symptoms is strongly discouraged from visiting.



Visitors who do come to the hospital are urged to clean their hands often with the solution provided throughout the facility and are asked to check in with the nursing station staff prior to visiting.



SAH wishes to thank the public for their understanding and cooperation.



The hospital will continue to monitor the situation closely and advise of any updates.



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