Saskatoon long-term care homes move to restrict visitation
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Saskatoon long-term care homes are moving to Level 1 restrictions as of 4 p.m. Jan. 6., according to a news release.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) said that it's limiting visitors because of increased community transmission of COVID-19 in the city.
According to the SHA, Level 1 restrictions mean:
Proof of vaccination for visitors and family support people is required.
The restrictions will be reviewed in two weeks, according to an SHA news release.
"Level 1 restriction will only be maintained if the outcomes of Omicron in LTC warrant it at that time," the release reads, in part.
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