Community
18 October, 2024
Masks optional across South West Health
THE masks are finally coming off across South West Healthcare (SWH) settings.
From last Monday, October 13 all SWH facilities, including the Warrnambool Base Hospital, will be mask free for staff, patients and visitors.
Manager of infection prevention, Jenny Lukeis, said after four and a half years of hard work by the local community and SWH staff the service was pleased to announce that masks are now optional for everyone working in and visiting the service.
“It’s an exciting time across South West Healthcare as we commence at Level 0 in our mask matrix, which has been developed to guide the mask requirements as we move further out of COVID-19 restrictions,” Ms Lukeis said.
“We’d like to remind our community that while we love guests across all our services if you’re unwell we do ask you to reconsider your visit.
“Our infection prevention team will continue to monitor the health of staff and patients across South West Healthcare as we can only stay mask free with the support of our community.”
This next step out of COVID-19 serves as a reminder that the best way to protect yourself and your family is to stay home if unwell and maintain low room density numbers.
Residents are also encouraged to make the most of meeting or socialising outdoors, ensure you are up to date with your vaccinations and remaining diligent with hand washing.
