WAUSAU, WI (WSAU-WAOW) – Aspirus is easing its COVID-19 visitor restrictions.
The health care group says COVID activity is decreasing in its service area, and visitor guidelines are being updated accordingly.
Patients are now allowed one dedicated visitor or support person for the duration of their stay.
This applies across all patients and care settings, with a few exceptions:
Compassionate care – Exceptions can be made to allow additional visitors at the discretion of the care team during end-of-life, labor and delivery, and disability situations.
Pediatric patients – Two primary adult support persons per patient are allowed in inpatient, surgical and clinic settings. Patient siblings are not allowed.
COVID-19 patients – Visitors not permitted with exceptions considered for pediatric patients and end-of-life situations.
Assisted Living Facilities/Nursing Homes – Aspirus locations will follow the state regulations for visitation. Visitors and families are advised to call the facility directly to discuss.
Visitors are required to wear facemasks, socially distance and complete a health screening when they enter an Aspirus facility.
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