NSHN LTC Worker Tests Positive for COVID-19

Blind River, ON – As part of ongoing proactive surveillance, the North Shore Health Network (NSHN) has received confirmation that a worker from the Blind River Site – Long-Term Care Unit, has tested positive for COVID-19.

 As the investigation continues, NSHN is working closely with Algoma Public Health to take heightened preventative actions to protect workers and residents, including placing all residents in quarantine. The worker is self-isolating at home, following public health direction.

 In collaboration with NSHN, Algoma Public Health has conducted contact tracing and has notified all close contacts directly.  If you are not contacted directly by Algoma Public Health, you are not considered a close contact.

Our team continues to work tirelessly throughout the pandemic. The safety of workers, providers, patients, clients, residents and visitors is a top priority. We urge the community to continue to follow public health guidance and the province-wide stay-at-home order. Wear a mask, physical distance, wash your hands often, and stay home except for essential purposes.

 Thank you for treating our healthcare workers with kindness and respect.

To book an appointment for COVID-19 testing, contact an NSHN COVID-19 Assessment Centre:

·         705-356-2265 or toll-free 1-888-425-0321

o   ext. 2661 (Blind River) or ext. 2662 (Thessalon)

·         Or, complete the online form at: www.nshn.care/covid19.