Tri Valley sets up hotline, implements visitor restrictions

CAMBRIDGE, Neb. – The rise of the coronavirus is a global, national and local concern. Tri Valley Health System would like to assure patients and the community that Tri Valley Health System is taking all necessary precautions and providing tools to help keep everyone healthy. Starting Wednesday, March 18 Tri Valley Health System has set up a new hotline to call if you think you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the virus. COVID-19 symptoms are fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. The phone number to call is 308-697-1000. The hotline will be available Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 308-697-3329 after 5 p.m. and on weekends.

Tri Valley Health System has also implemented a visitor restriction of one visitor per patient. Visitors must be fever free, without a cough, and not have traveled to any of the CDC stated coronavirus hot spots. Visitors under the age of 12 are discouraged from visiting at this time.

Tri Valley Health System’s top priority is keeping patients, employees, visitors and the community safe. Tri Valley Health System has the training, tools and techniques in place to isolate and care for patients who are potentially at risk for the coronavirus following the guidelines identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tri Valley Health System is working closely with local and state agencies to monitor and prepare accordingly.

Preventing the spread of respiratory diseases, including the flu and COVID-19 is very important. It’s recommended to practice social distancing which includes limiting close contact with people and avoid crowds. Practice good hand hygiene by washing your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. You should also stay home if you are sick.

For the most up to date information on COVID-19 visit the Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department at www.swhealthne.gov or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention www.cdc.gov.