Coronavirus Update
Masks
- Patients and visitors do not need to wear masks at WDMH in public areas of the hospital such as hallways, elevators, and the cafeteria. Those who prefer to wear a mask should do so.
- Masks are still required in clinical areas including patient rooms, Emergency Department, Diagnostic Imaging, clinic appointments, and waiting rooms.
- Masks will continue to be available at the entrances.
Coming to visit a patient? Learn more about the current guidelines.
Getting the Vaccine
Vaccines are safe, effective, and the best way to protect you and those around you from serious illnesses like COVID-19. Learn more about Ontario's vaccination program here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-vaccines-ontario.
Read about vaccine considerations for people living with cancer.
Coming to WDMH
- Between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. on weekdays and 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on weekends:
- Please use the main entrance, including obstetrics and support person, chemotherapy, dialysis, and ambulatory care patients.
- Emergency patients should use the Emergency Department entrance.
- All other times:
- Everyone should use the Emergency Department entrance.
Get the Facts
To reduce the spread of germs including the flu and COVID-19, remember to:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, or use hand sanitizer
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth unless you have just cleaned your hands
- Cover your cough and sneeze with a tissue or into your arm, not your hand
- Wear a mask when indoors in public places and when physical distancing is difficult.
- Stay home if you’re sick
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