To minimise the risk of the spread of COVID-19, Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) facilities, including Gloucester Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and Manning Base Hospital, have enforced restricted visitor hours effective immediately.
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Liz Grist, from HNELHD, told Australian Community Media in March there is a serious purpose to any imposed restrictions.
"We are not doing this just because we can, it's to protect all patients and staff," Ms Grist said.
Visitors must not enter a facility if they have a cold, fever or flu-like symptoms or have been in contact with anyone who has a confirmed coronavirus case in the last fortnight.
There is COVID-19 testing available at Gloucester Medico. Please contact the staff if you are experiencing symptoms.
There are currently no cases of the virus in the area.
