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    Temporary Visitor Restrictions | Ferrell Hospital

    In response to a steady increase in flu activity and RSV, hospitals in the Tri-State are making plans to begin temporary restrictions for visitors. Influenza-like illness reported by patients at hospital emergency departments in the area are on the rise.

    Ferrell Hospital is implementing temporary visitor restrictions to help limit exposure and the spread of these illnesses and to help protect hospital patients and staff.

    Ferrell Hospital will begin implementing the temporary visitor restrictions immediately.
    The restrictions include:
    • No visitors with symptoms of illness such as sudden onset of fever, cough, headache, muscle and joint pain, sore throat and runny nose.
    • No visitors under the age of 18. Visitors should check the hospital’s website or call the facility in advance to learn more about its specific restrictions and any exceptions.
    • No more than 2 visitors per patient, per day in patient room
    • Patients who are in respiratory isolation precautions:
      • Please wear a procedural mask while visiting these rooms
      • Please perform hand hygiene: entering and leaving rooms
      • Visitors to respiratory isolation should not access other public areas
    Tri-State hospitals participating in the temporary visitor restrictions include:
    • Ascension St. Vincent Evansville
    • Ascension St. Vincent Orthopedic Hospital
    • Ascension St. Vincent Warrick Encompass Health
    • Daviess Community Hospital
    • Deaconess Health System (Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois)
    • Deaconess Rehabilitation
    • Good Samaritan Hospital
    • Select Specialty Hospital 
    The policy is designed to help protect the most vulnerable patients from respiratory viruses. As with any time of the year, a visitor who is not feeling well should stay home. Visitors should observe the standard practices of washing hands and covering coughs and sneezes when around others. Masks will be provided for guests by the facility.

    Vaccines are currently available for flu, RSV (Respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19. Individuals should talk with their medical provider about vaccines, and which ones are recommended for them based on age and other factors.

    According to the CDC, the 2025-2026 flu season is the most severe in 25 years with an increase in hospitalizations noted in the tristate area.  Vaccines may not prevent an infection but can help with symptom management.

    Key Health Reminders:
    • Thoroughly wash your hands
    • If you are feeling ill, mask up/limit social gatherings
    • Cover coughs and sneezes when around others
    • Get tested when you exhibit symptoms
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