Gastro Outbreak Declared Over at Rainy River Health Centre
May 16, 2025
Gastrointestinal Outbreak Declared Over as
Respiratory Outbreak Remains in Effect: Rainy River Health Centre
Riverside Health Care, in conjunction with the Northwestern Public
Health Unit, has declared the gastrointestinal outbreak at the Rainy River
Health Centre over. The respiratory outbreak, which was declared on May 7, 2025,
is still in effect.
Enhanced visitor restrictions and masking protocols remain in
place.
Only two (2) visitors or caregivers may visit at one time, and
visitors should only visit one resident per visit. In addition, visitations
with residents must take place in the residents’ rooms, not in common areas.
Medical masking is required for all visitors, and staff may
require visitors to wear additional personal protective equipment (PPE)
depending on the circumstances. There are currently restrictions on admissions,
transfers, and discharges. Large group social activities for residents are
cancelled until further notice.
Riverside requests that all visitors conduct a self-screening
before entering our facilities and urges any individuals experiencing flu-like
symptoms to not visit at that time. We continue to emphasize the importance of
good hand hygiene and encourage everyone to be mindful of potential exposure
risks.
We understand the challenges outbreak restrictions can pose to
residents and their loved ones, and we appreciate the understanding and
commitment to safety during this time both from our staff members and community
members. Our Outbreak Management Team will continue to monitor the situation
with the care and safety of our residents, their families and our team members as
a top priority.
Henry
Gauthier
President
& Chief Executive Officer
Riverside
Health Care
Diana
Harris
Chief
Nursing Executive
Riverside
Health Care
Media contact: Kathryn Pierroz, Communications Coordinator, k.pierroz@rhcf.on.ca, 807-274-3261 ext. 4535