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By Sydney Chisholm

COVID19

COVID-19 outbreaks at Royal Inland Hospital, Ponderosa Lodge

Apr 17, 2023 | 2:16 PM

KAMLOOPS – Just when many thought the time of COVID-19 outbreaks was in the rearview mirror, Interior Heath declared two in Kamloops in less than a week.

IH tells CFJC News one outbreak was declared at Royal Inland Hospital in unit 5 South on April 15.

According to the health authority, a total of seven patients have tested positive for the virus related to this outbreak. The first case onset was April 7, IH said.

“Control measures have been implemented, which include but are not limited to enhancing cleaning and disinfection, strengthening the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and allowing essential visitors only,” Interior Health said in a statement to CFJC News.

Another outbreak is listed on the first floor of Ponderosa Lodge. According to IH, it was declared April 16.

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The first case in this facility was on April 11. IH said 10 residents have tested positive and control measures are in place.

IH lists three other outbreaks in the region, one in Trail, one in Vernon and one in Kelowna.