Riverside Issues Visitor Restrictions

Riverside Health Care Facilities is also implementing what its says are precautionary measures to help reduce the spread of infectious diseases.

It's restricting people from visiting the hospital if they are experiencing any flu-like symptoms.

Anyone entering the hospitals must stop at the information desks to self-screen and wash their hands before proceeding to Reception.

Riverside is also asking that no one under the age of 18 visit the hospitals unless they are sick and that people reporting to the Emergency Department do so without the need of an escort unless they are a child or require assistance.

Riverside recommends that if you have flu-like symptoms wash your hands frequently and thoroughly, Cough into a tissue or your arm or sleeve, minimize contact with others and don't go to work until you feel better.