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COVID-19

At Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC), the safety of our patients, staff and visitors is our top priority with measures in place to protect our patient and team members.  Learn more about COVID-19 from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit or the Ministry of Health.

Masking Friendly Facility

While masks are no longer mandatory, we strongly encourage visitors to wear masks in patient care areas to protect vulnerable patients.  Masks are available at the entrances for those who choose to wear them.

What to expect when attending the hospital

When you come to either site, you are expected to:

  1. Self-screen for symptoms of infection including cough, fever (37.8° or greater) and/or chills, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, sore throat, decrease or loss of sense of taste and/or smell, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea, headaches, unexplained fatigue or muscle aches, new rash
  2. Clean your hands often with sanitizer to reduce the risk of infection;
  3. Masks are available at the entrances for use and are optional. 

Visiting Information

Subject to outbreak protocols as implemented from time to time, admitted inpatients may have two (2) visitors per day during visiting hours of 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. who adhere to visiting requirements.  When visiting an inpatient, follow the additional precautions signage (if posted) outside of the patient’s room for any personal protection equipment requirements, such as a mask, gown, and/or gloves.

COVID-19 Testing

The COVID Assessment Centre in Bracebridge has closed. Those requiring a PCR test may book one at a COVID-19 testing location.

COVID-19 Vaccination

Please visit the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website for vaccine-related information. Eligible individuals appointments may book their vaccine appointments directly through the Ontario provincial booking site or by calling 1-833-943-3900.  Several pharmacies are also administering vaccines and appointments can be booked through participating pharmacies.

HDMH South Wing COVID Outbreak Lifted - December 18, 2023

HDMH South Wing Visiting Suspended Due to COVID-19 Outbreak - December 11, 2023

COVID-19 Outbreak Lifted at SMMH - November 22, 2023

COVID-19 Outbreak Declared at SMMH - November 15, 2023

SMMH North Wing COVID-19 Outbreak Declared Over - October 19, 2023

No Visiting to SMMH North Wing Due To COVID-19 Outbreak - October 6, 2023

Masking Requirement Changes at MAHC - July 11, 2023

COVID-19 Assessment Centre Closing on March 31 - March 31, 2023

COVID-19 Outbreak Confirmed Over - January 9, 2023

COVID-19 Outbreak Impacting SMMH Medical/Surgical Beds - December 29, 2022

COVID-19 Outbreak at SMMH Confirmed Over - November 22, 2022

SMMH Managing COVID-19 Outbreak on Medical/Surgical Beds - November 14, 2022

HDMH South Wing COVID Outbreak Confirmed Over - November 1, 2022

HDMH East Wing COVID Outbreak Declared Over - October 31, 2022

COVID Outbreak on SMMH’s North Wing Declared Over - October 28, 2022

More Units Under COVID-19 Outbreak at MAHC - October 14, 2022

No Visiting to HDMH East Wing Due to COVID-19 Outbreak - October 11, 2022

COVID Outbreak on North Wing at SMMH Declared Over - September 19, 2022

Visiting to SMMH North Wing Suspended Due to COVID-19 Outbreak - August 30, 2022

COVID Outbreak in ICU at HDMH Declared Over - August 22, 2022

Visiting to HDMH ICU Suspended Due to COVID-19 Outbreak - August 11, 2022

Self-Screening Requirements for COVID-19 Start July 28 - July 28, 2022

Masking Will Continue at MAHC Beyond June 11 - June 10, 2022

Bracebridge Assessment Centre Following Changes to Testing - April 20, 2022

COVID Outbreak on HDMH East Wing Declared Over - April 19, 2022

Visiting to HDMH East Wing Suspended Due to COVID-19 Outbreak - March 29, 2022

MAHC Expanding Inpatient Visiting to Second Phase - March 4, 2022

Elective/Non-Urgent Surgeries and Procedures Resuming - February 24, 2022

HDMH South Wing Out of COVID-19 Outbreak - February 16, 2022

COVID-19 Outbreak at SMMH Declared Over - February 8, 2022

HDMH South Wing in COVIDa-19 Outbreak - February 5, 2022

COVID-19 Outbreak Status Declared at SMMH - January 26, 2022

CEO Blog: Weathering the Storm as the Pandemic Drags On - January 24, 2022

Outbreak on HDMH’s South Wing Over - January 17, 2022

YourTV Video: MAHC Interim President and CEO talks new position and COVID strain - January 12, 2022

MAHC Pausing Non-Urgent Appointments & Surgical Procedures - January 7, 2022

Outbreak Status Declared on HDMH's South Wing - January 6, 2022

Assessment Centre COVID Testing Update - January 3, 2022

MAHC Returns to Essential Visitation Only for Inpatients - December 16, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccination to be Mandatory for Visitors at MAHC - November 5, 2021

MAHC Implements Second Phase of Visiting - July 26, 2021

MAHC Reintroduces Essential Visitors for Inpatients - June 21, 2021

MAHC Resumes Elective and Non-Urgent Surgical Activity - May 31, 2021

YourTV Video: MAHC CEO on Current Capacity During Third Wave of COVID-19 - April 13, 2021

Muskoka Assessment Centres Hours on Easter Holidays - March 29, 2021

YourTV Video: MAHC CEO Natalie Bubela reflects on a year of COVID - March 18, 2021

CEO Blog: Looking forward after one year with COVID-19 - February 25, 2021

Muskoka Assessment Centres Open on Family Day - February 1, 2021

MAHC Restricts Visitors as Public Ordered to Stay Home - January 13, 2021

YourTV Video: Medical staff speak about COVID-19 vaccination - January 12, 2021

YourTV Video: A different Christmas according to MAHC clinicians - December 22, 2020

MAHC Assessment Centre COVID Testing Update - December 16, 2020 

CEO Blog: Gratitude to Hospital Staff Looks Different This Holiday Season - December 7, 2020

CEO Blog: Take it From Us and Do Your Part to #StopTheSpread - October 27, 2020

Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit COVID-19 Impact Study - October 27, 2020

Muskoka COVID-19 Testing Locations Follow Changes to Testing Eligibility - September 30, 2020

Staff Case of COVID-19 - September 24, 2020

CEO Blog: MAHC COVID-19 Assessment Centre Update - September 4, 2020

Changes Coming to COVID-19 Testing in Muskoka - August 25, 2020

MAHC Eases Visiting Restrictions to Allow Essential Visitors for Inpatients - July 27, 2020

Elective Diagnostic Imaging Resuming at MAHC - July 9, 2020

Donation of Supplies Gratefully Appreciated - June 30, 2020

Video: 'Showing MAHC' (My Appreciation for Health Care) Celebration of Excellence - June 26, 2020

Gradual Resumption of Elective Surgeries Underway at MAHC - June 11, 2020

CEO Blog: Planning a Gradual and Cautious Ramp-up For Resuming Hospital Services - June 2, 2020

Video: Pandemic Community Support & Encouragement for Team MAHC - May 2, 2020

Board Chair Blog/Message to Our Communities - April 27, 2020

CEO Blog/Another Message to Our Communities - April 7, 2020

CEO Blog/Message to Our Communities About COVID-19 - March 25, 2020

Donations of Supplies to Support COVID-19 Preparedness - March 25, 2020

MAHC Limits Outpatient Services and Programs - March 23, 2020

MAHC Implements Visitor Restrictions - March 16, 2020

Important COVID-19 Information - March 16, 2020

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