The AP-HP has decided to return to compulsory mask wearing in Île-de-France hospitals, due to the current bronchiolitis epidemic and the active circulation of SARS-CoV-2.
The mask is again compulsory in hospitals in Île-de-France from this month of November, indicates the AP-HP (Assistance publique – Hôpitaux de Paris). She justifies her choice by the current epidemic of bronchiolitis and the active circulation of SARS-CoV-2.
“In view of the passage of the Île-de-France region into the bronchiolitis epidemic phase and the active circulation of SARS-CoV-2, a surgical mask must be worn by all people (professionals, patients and visitors) from entry into spaces in which patients circulate”, specifies the AP-HP.
Patients, volunteers, paramedics…
The measure applies to all professionals, for all sectors of activity, including those involved in contact with patients, such as ambulance drivers and volunteers.
Wearing a mask is also obligatory for hospitalized people when they leave their room, as well as for anyone in waiting rooms or when moving around a hospital. Not included are children under 6 years old.
These recommendations will be updated to take into account the evolution of winter epidemics, specifies the AP-HP.
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