KAWARTHA LAKES-The COVID-19 outbreak on RMH’s Continuing Care Program (CCP1) unit has been declared ‘over’ as of May 7. The hospital worked with Public Health to complete contact tracing and testing, and the outbreak remains limited to 1 patient and 1 staff member.
“Our team quickly identified and contained the spread of COVID-19 on the unit, maintaining the safety of our patients and staff,” says Kelly Isfan RMH President and CEO.
RMH, in partnership with Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Services and Public Health, continues to help local long-term care and retirement homes with COVID-19 assessment and testing. This testing offers a ‘point-in-time’ indicator of COVID-19 in residents and staff, which can support the team in quickly containing the potential spread of the virus according to the hospital. The hospital is also helping these partners with additional Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) education.
Meanwhile the hospital is reminding residents that the ER is still open.
“The Emergency Department has seen a significant decrease in visits, but this does not mean our community members are not experiencing medical emergencies,” says Ms. Isfan, “Our team is here for you, and we don’t want you to delay a hospital visit if you need care.” If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, please visit the Emergency Department:
- Seizure or convulsions
- A broken bone or wound requiring stitches
- Chest pain or tightness in the chest
- Difficulty breathing
- Abdominal pain
- Confusion and disorientation
- Stiff neck and sensitivity to light
- Continuous vomiting or severe diarrhea with signs of dehydration
- Sudden severe headache, weakness, vision problems, numbness/tingling, trouble speaking, dizziness
And, any infant under 3 months old with fever over 38.5C/101F or has a fever and is difficult to wake should be seen at the Emergency Department.
The RMH COVID-19 Assessment Centre is available at 705-328-6217, from 8am-4pm daily. Testing is by appointment at the Lindsay Exhibition. The hospital continues to work with local paramedics to provide in-home appointments for those who are unable to get to the exhibition grounds. Community members are encouraged to call if they are experiencing new onset of any of the following symptoms (even if mild):
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