March 6, 2020 – Sturgeon Bay, WI. Door County Medical Center (DCMC) Sturgeon Bay campus recently treated outpatient individuals for a respiratory condition who subsequently tested negative for the Coronavirus. Due to concerns expressed among our community members and partners, and as the leader in the health and wellbeing of our residents, DCMC feels it is important to share the following information:
DCMC is working very closely with Door County Public Health and the State Department of Health to stay at the forefront of the latest developments with Coronavirus. DCMC has a robust infection control process and team, and stands ready to treat members of our community in the event someone becomes seriously ill with the Coronavirus. DCMC will continue to work with federal, state, and county health agencies to ensure an appropriate coordinated response that meets the needs of the patients we serve and protects the safety of all patients, staff, and community members. All DCMC clinicians and staff members are trained in infection control processes and will continuously work to ensure a safe patient care environment.
Currently the best advice is to continue to wash your hands with soap and water, and cover your cough should you have one. Individuals at greater risk due to underlying illness or immunocompromised status should consult with their healthcare provider if they have additional questions. DCMC recommends that if you are experiencing symptoms of cough, fever or body aches that are mild, please stay home, rest and maintain good fluid intake. This will help avoid potential further spread of viruses. If your symptoms are more severe, please call ahead to your Clinician’s office.
Join Dr. Jim Heise live on the Door County Medical Center Facebook page at 4:15 p.m. today to learn more about the development of the COVID-19 virus in Door County.
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Media Contact:
Erin Shortall, Communication Specialist/Public Information Officer
erin.shortall@dcmedical.org