Visitor restrictions at Eastern Health facilities are being updated due to a change in alert levels.
Restrictions are loosening for visitors at all Eastern Health facilities, health centers, and long-term care homes.
For in-patients, they may be permitted one essential visitor. Two designated visitors are allowed for those with an extended stay. Both parents can be identified as essential visitors for children.
Expectant mothers can have one support person present during their time in hospital and are allowed two other visitors after delivery.
Those who present to emergency rooms should do so on their own unless an essential visitor is required.
In residential care settings, residents may be permitted one essential visitor and can identify two designated visitors. Virtual visits for family members can also be arranged.