March 29, 2024

Norovirus outbreak at Royal Columbian Hospital prompts quarantine

A Norovirus outbreak has shut down two wards at Royal Columbian Hospital. Twelve patients in General Medicine Geriatric wards were under quarantine or sent home to prevent the spread of the stomach virus. Fraser Health Spokesperson Tasleem Juma says patients with flu like symptoms are asked to either stay home, or inform staff to prevent the … [Read more...]