Goshen Hospital Implements Visitor Restrictions Due To High Transmission Rates Of Respiratory Illnesses
February 12, 2025 at 4:54 p.m.
GOSHEN – Effective today, Feb. 13, Goshen Hospital will implement new visitor restrictions in response to the high transmission rates of respiratory illnesses in the community.
These measures are designed to protect patients, visitors and colleagues, according to a news release from Goshen Hospital.
The new guidelines for the Goshen Hospital including the Center for Cancer Care are as follows:
• Visitors must be a healthy adult, 18 years or older.
• A maximum of two visitors per patient at any given time. Healthy adults may rotate. A clergy member will be allowed in addition to the two visitors.
• The Birthplace: two visitors in the room at one time, may rotate, in addition to one pre-approved doula.
• Exceptions can be made for end-of-life situations.
“At Goshen Hospital, the health and safety of our patients, visitors and colleagues are our top priorities. Given the current high transmission rates of respiratory illnesses in our community, it is crucial that we take these additional precautions. We understand that these restrictions may not be each family’s preference, but they are necessary to ensure a safe environment for everyone. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time," said Randy Christophel, CEO, Goshen Health.
GOSHEN – Effective today, Feb. 13, Goshen Hospital will implement new visitor restrictions in response to the high transmission rates of respiratory illnesses in the community.
These measures are designed to protect patients, visitors and colleagues, according to a news release from Goshen Hospital.
The new guidelines for the Goshen Hospital including the Center for Cancer Care are as follows:
• Visitors must be a healthy adult, 18 years or older.
• A maximum of two visitors per patient at any given time. Healthy adults may rotate. A clergy member will be allowed in addition to the two visitors.
• The Birthplace: two visitors in the room at one time, may rotate, in addition to one pre-approved doula.
• Exceptions can be made for end-of-life situations.
“At Goshen Hospital, the health and safety of our patients, visitors and colleagues are our top priorities. Given the current high transmission rates of respiratory illnesses in our community, it is crucial that we take these additional precautions. We understand that these restrictions may not be each family’s preference, but they are necessary to ensure a safe environment for everyone. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time," said Randy Christophel, CEO, Goshen Health.