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Thunder Bay District Health Unit declares 2 COVID-19 outbreaks

By CJ Goater Nov 8, 2023 | 11:21 AM

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The Thunder Bay District Health Unit and Chartwell Glacier Ridge Retirement Residence, located at 1261 Jasper Drive, confirm that a respiratory outbreak (COVID-19), has been declared at Chartwell Glacier Ridge Retirement Residence – sections 101 to 122, as of November 7, 2023.

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) and St. Joseph’s Care Group, located at 35 Algoma St. N, confirm that a respiratory outbreak (COVID-19), has been declared at St. Joseph’s Hospital – 2 North – Medically Complex Service, as of November 7, 2023.

There are restrictions on admissions, transfers, discharges, social activities, and visitation in the affected area of the facility until further notice. Please call the facility for more information.

TBDHU recommends the public refrain from visiting hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other high-risk settings when feeling unwell to avoid spreading infections to those most vulnerable and at higher risk of severe outcomes.