JACKSON, Mich. — Henry Ford Allegiance Health is closely monitoring the spread of the respiratory disease COVID-19 and is taking measures at its hospitals and outpatient medical facilities to protect patients, visitors, team members and the community. The health system is also equipped to care for patients with COVID-19, should the need arise, with negative pressure rooms that can be used for isolation and staff trained to provide appropriate care while minimizing risk.
Henry Ford Allegiance Health is in a state of continual preparation for emergencies by conducting regular emergency management drills with simulated crisis situations, such as a disease outbreak. If a widespread outbreak were to occur locally, Henry Ford Allegiance Health has established partnerships with local and regional emergency management organizations to coordinate a large-scale response.
“We are monitoring the situation daily and implementing the latest protocols as suggested by the CDC and the State of Michigan. As this quickly evolving situation unfolds, we will work with partner organizations and our Henry Ford Health System infectious disease colleagues to best serve our community,” said infectious disease expert Vivek Kak, MD, FACP.
Key facts to know:
· Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Mild symptoms are fever, cough, muscle aches or fatigue.
· Henry Ford Allegiance Health is screening patients for recent travel history, symptoms of COVID-19, and exposure to individuals being evaluated for COVID-19.
· People who may have been exposed to COVID-19 and/or have symptoms should stay home. Contact your doctor by phone, virtual care or your MyChart account. Do not go to your family doctor’s office without an appointment and do not go to urgent care.
· If symptoms worsen—high fever or rapid breathing—call 911 and alert the operator of your symptoms, so the EMS crew can be prepared.
Stay informed by visiting HenryFord.com [henryford.com] for up-to-date information, tips and recommendations, and fact sheets. Regular updates are also available onHenry Ford Health System’s and Henry Ford Allegiance Health’s Facebook pages.
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