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Vidant Health values family presence when loved ones are in the hospital. At the same time, we are responsible for protecting patients from being exposed to viruses such as the flu

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    Greenville, N.C.     Feb. 5, 2019     Vidant Health values family presence when loved ones are in the hospital. At the same time, we are responsible for protecting patients from being exposed to viruses such as the flu. Due to the high number of people with the flu in our community, we are temporarily changing our family presence and visitation practices for patient safety as well as the safety of visitors.

    Starting Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019, the following Vidant hospitals will welcome visitors who are 12 years of age and older, who are not exhibiting symptoms of a cold or flu, diarrhea, vomiting or headaches:

  • The Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head
  • Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington
  • Vidant Bertie Hospital in Windsor
  • Vidant Chowan Hospital in Edenton
  • Vidant Duplin Hospital in Kenansville
  • Vidant Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro
  • Vidant Medical Center in Greenville
  • Vidant Roanoke Chowan in Ahoskie

    Please note healthy children under the age of 12 may visit their healthy newborn sibling. Additional exceptions may be made in special circumstances-or with prior approval from the patient's health care team.

    To prevent the spread of viruses, health experts recommend:

  • Washing hands frequently
  • Keeping children home from school when sick
  • Not sharing cups or utensils
  • Covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze

    As always, family and visitors of any age should not come to the hospital if they have symptoms of a cold or flu, fever, diarrhea, vomiting or headaches.

    This precaution will help limit the spread of infections while protecting hospital patients, their loved ones and Vidant Health team members. Please note these limitations are temporary and will be lifted as soon as viral respiratory illnesses decrease in the community.

    Additional information on visiting Vidant hospitals during flu season can be found here: www.vidanthealth.com/visitingvidant.

  • Contact: Jason Lowry
  •     jason.lowry@vidanthealth.com

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