Health P.E.I. has implemented a masking policy in all of its facilities. Photo by The Guardian /FileArticle contentHealth P.E.I. has implemented a masking policy in all its facilities starting Oct. 16.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentIn a news release, Health P.E.I. said the move was in response to increased respiratory illness activity across the province and for continued patient safety.Article contentArticle contentHealth P.E.I. said members of the public will be asked to wear a mask when within two metres of a patient and masking will be encouraged in hallways of acute care settings.Article contentArticle contentJillian Nixon, Health P.E.I.’s director of occupational health, safety and wellness, said masking during respiratory illness season protects everyone, including patients, staff and the public.Article content“Masking is just one proactive step we can take to help keep the system stable,” she said.Article contentThe news release said Health P.E.I. staff have guidelines for when they may remove masks.Article contentStaff will also follow current infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene, staying home when sick and reporting any respiratory illness to their manager or supervisor, Health P.E.I. said.Article contentMasks will be available at entrances to Health P.E.I. facilities.Article contentHealth P.E.I. also said it will update the masking policy as soon as it is safe to do so.Article content
Health P.E.I. implements masking policy at its facilities
