GREENSBORO, N.C. — Cone Health is asking those who are not immediate family members to avoid visiting patients unless absolutely necessary – even if visitors are healthy and regardless of their age.
The Greensboro healthcare system said it is taking these additional measures to help control the spread of respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19.
Nursing staff and the infection prevention team will work with extended families who have special circumstances, such as a critically ill or injured family member, on a case-by-case basis, Cone Health officials said.
There are already temporary visitor restrictions for children 12 and under. These restrictions will remain in effect.