Province halts long-term care home visits with a few exceptions

As of tomorrow morning, the Ontario government will implement temporary changes to the health guidance for long-term care homes.

Ontario’s Chief Medial Officer of Health, Dr. Kieran Moore says there are only two exemptions – designated caregivers may continue to visit and compassionate visitations for palliative care.

He adds all general visitations and day absences for all residents are paused for the time being.

Moore says the measures are being put in place in response to the evolving Omicron situation.

Locally, Algoma Public Health is reporting a jump of over 100 cases over the holiday weekend, with 264 active cases and three people hospitalized.

Public Health Sudbury & Districts is reporting a jump to 531 active cases with Health Sciences North reporting they have 29 admitted cases with five people in intensive care.