MURRAY, KY – Effective Monday, November 2, Murray-Calloway County Hospital will update the visitor policy to a “One Visitor per Person” during the designated hours of 4 pm – 6 pm daily. This visitation policy does not apply to Spring Creek Health Care Nursing & Rehab or the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House.
This change in policy has been put in place considering the recommendations for ‘Red Zone’ Counties with high rates of community infection and the advice of our clinical team. MCCH will reevaluate the visitor restriction each Thursday based on the weekly incident rate.
Our physician clinic patients will enter through the Medical Arts Building West Wing and are requested to have no more than one personal care attendant only. If patients are able to come to their appointments alone, we would recommend they do so at this time.
“Our priority is the safety and health of our patients and our staff. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we continue to watch the impact of this virus,” said Jerry Penner, CEO at MCCH.
Those needing COVID testing only should access Murray Medical Drive Thru clinic located off 9th Street at the West Entrance. Individuals who want to be evaluated and are experiencing symptoms should visit the Murray Medical Associates Walk-In Clinic. For more information, call 270.753.0704.
SYMPTOMS MAY INCLUDE:
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Fever or chills
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Cough
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Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
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Fatigue
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Muscle or body aches
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Headache
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New loss of taste or smell
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Sore throat
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Congestion or runny nose
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Nausea or vomiting
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Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as more is learned about COVID-19.
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Have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 or live in or have recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19. Call ahead before you go to a doctor’s office or emergency room. Tell them about your recent travel and your symptoms.
There are simple things you can do to help keep yourself and others healthy.
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Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
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Stay home when you are sick.
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Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
If you have questions, or would like additional information, please contact Melony Morgan, Public Information Officer and Marketing Director of Murray-Calloway County Hospital at 270.762.1381.
The risk for most people of being exposed to the coronavirus (COVID-19) is low, according to the CDC, but simple, everyday steps can reduce the chance of catching or spreading respiratory diseases including COVID-19. These include covering your cough or sneeze and thoroughly washing or sanitizing your hands. Call your doctor and stay home if you are sick.