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Urgent News and Outbreak Updates
September 30, 2026
Respiratory Outbreak Rideau 1 North
A respiratory outbreak has been declared on Rideau 1 North (R1N).
The following measures are in place:
- Any symptomatic resident will be isolated and placed on contact droplet precautions and tested via PCR.
- Masks are mandatory on this unit.
- All residents are encouraged to remain on this unit.
- No volunteers on this unit (exceptions are permitted for palliative care and medical escorts).
- Enhanced cleaning on unit with additional HEPA filters.
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