Just a reminder that flu season is not over yet. It is expected that the influenza control policy will be in effect until at least the end of March 2014. This period may be extended by the Provincial Health Officer if there is ongoing influenza activity occurring in the community.

As a reminder, all unvaccinated staff, physicians, volunteers and contractors are expected to wear a mask when in a ‘patient care area’ for the duration of flu season. Unvaccinated visitors too are being asked to wear a mask in all patient care areas.

Stay tuned

Once we receive notification from the Provincial Health Officer, Employee Engagement will issue a formal notice/update to all staff and managers. An article will also be published in VCH news.

Help spread the word

We are all responsible for contributing to a safe and healthy workplace and environment for our patients, clients and residents. Please help inform your colleagues that the influenza control policy remains in effect until further notice.

Thank you to everyone for continuing to participate in this important patient safety initiative.

Questions?

Please email VCHHCWFluPrevention@vch.ca.