University Hospitals updates visitor policy

As novel coronavirus cases continue to rise in Northeast Ohio, University Hospitals is amending its visitor policy.

Beginning Sept. 21, UH patients may welcome one designated visitor per day, according to a news release from UH.

This is different from the previous practice of one visitor at a time, the release said.

Clinically, when COVID-19 positive numbers rise, limiting visitors limits the potential exposure to and spread of the virus.

The visitor policy at UH seeks to provide a healing environment that is safe for everyone, the release said.

Further information about visitation policies, including a breakdown of guidelines for different departments, can be found on the UHhospitals.org visitor information webpage.

Individual visitation needs may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to address special circumstances or to ensure access to clergy, the release said.

The UH visitor policy will continue to adapt to reflect current conditions.