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It should be business as usual at the Dryden Regional Health Centre during the Ontario shutdown.
Elective surgeries, testing, diagnostics, treatments and most other services will continue as planned.
Individual appointments may be moved to a virtual platform where possible.
Current visitor policies will also remain in place.
Officials say they learned a lot during the first shutdown and that’s why they are able to maintain services.
Chief Executive Officer Doreen Armstrong-Ross says they are keeping a close eye on the situation, but at this time they are confident that they can continue to operate at full capacity.
She adds their screening and COVID-19 safety protocols are strong, and the new ways in which they run the organization and care for patients will keep our patients and staff safe.
While Dryden and surrounding area have seen few cases to date, Armstrong-Ross is imploring the community to remain diligent.
“The virus can be transmitted very easily and very quickly. To keep the community safe, we need everyone to continue following public health guidelines. Avoid travelling, avoid
gathering with those outside your household, and whenever possible, stay home.”
