The United Counties of Prescott and
Russell (UCPR) learned today of the first positive case of COVID-19
within the Prescott and Russell Residence.
The person is self-isolating and receiving any necessary treatment, and
the Residence is carefully monitoring other residents and staff members
for any symptoms consistent with COVID-19 infection.
This is a serious but not unanticipated turn of events. Residence staff
are prepared, and have implemented full outbreak protocols. Staff are
taking every step to protect residents and staff from the effects of the
disease and from further spread of infection, including the deployment
of community paramedics.
Both residents and staff members that might have been exposed, but who
exhibit no symptoms, are self-isolating. The Residence has plans in
place to adapt to the absence of the staff members who are in isolation.
The UCPR continues to work closely with the Eastern Ontario Health Unit
(EOHU), which is diligently following up and tracking contacts to
contain any further propagation. The health care system is working and
the safety and comfort of our residents and staff remains our top
priority.
Please refer to this press release as the official statement from the UCPR on this matter.
Other updates will follow as additional information becomes available.