The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre would like to inform the community that effective immediately, the number of exterior entrances to the hospital will be reduced as part of the COVID-19 screening process put in place today, March 11, 2020.
As part of this precautionary measure, the exterior entrance to the pharmacy will be closed. This decision was made to protect our most vulnerable clients and our staff. To access the pharmacy, KMHC asks that clients use the main entrance of the hospital and follow the screening process with security.
All client traffic will be screened in the two existing entrances to KMHC. Clients not in distress but meeting criteria for screening will be instructed to go home with written documentation on self-isolation and to call Info-Santé 8-1-1. A log will be kept of these clients and a follow-up phone call will be made by our Infection Prevention and Control nurse.
For more information Services Québec has setup a hotline at 1 877 644-4545 for anyone that may have inquiries about COVID-19.
We still urge those who suspect they may have any symptoms such as cough, fever and/or breathing problems and any recent travel outside Canada in the last 14 days to dial Info Sante 811 to speak with a nurse. Info-Santé has many nurses on staff specifically for COVID-19. They will provide you with immediate information and directions.
KMHC appreciates your continued patience and understanding during this situation.
