Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) has declared the C. difficile outbreak in the North Wing at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital over.
The outbreak was declared on Oct. 9. Since then, hospital officials said no new cases were reported.
According to officials, throughout the outbreak, the hospital worked closely with public health to monitor the situation and implement infection prevention and control measures to protect patients, staff and visitors.
“We’re grateful to our team members for their diligence, teamwork and commitment to patient safety throughout this outbreak,” said Cheryl Harrison, President and CEO at MAHC. “We also want to thank our patients, families and visitors for their patience, understanding and cooperation while additional precautions were in place.”
Officials said they will continue to maintain a safe care environment through infection prevention and control measures, including hand hygiene, environmental cleaning and appropriate precautions.
