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Sonoma County Reinstates Mask Mandate for Health Care

10/8/2025

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Sonoma County reinstates a mask mandate for health care facilities, effective November 1, 2025.
The order covers nursing facilities, long-term care, and rehabilitation centers, now requiring masks for staff and visitors.
Interim Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith notes risk to vulnerable patients and urges vaccination.
The order continues 2017 measures, now covering fewer facilities as the season nears.

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Story summary

Sonoma County reinstates a mask mandate for health care facilities, effective November 1, 2025.
The order covers nursing facilities, long-term care, and rehabilitation centers, now requiring masks for staff and visitors.
Interim Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith notes risk to vulnerable patients and urges vaccination.
The order continues 2017 measures, now covering fewer facilities as the season nears.