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BC Reinstates Mask Mandate in Healthcare Amid Illness Surge

1/9/2025

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In response to a surge in respiratory illnesses like influenza and RSV, British Columbia has reintroduced a mask mandate in healthcare settings. Effective immediately, everyone—healthcare workers, patients, and visitors—must don masks in care areas. This precaution will stay in place until spring 2025, with some exemptions for specific individuals. Stay safe and protect one another!

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Story summary

In response to a surge in respiratory illnesses like influenza and RSV, British Columbia has reintroduced a mask mandate in healthcare settings. Effective immediately, everyone—healthcare workers, patients, and visitors—must don masks in care areas. This precaution will stay in place until spring 2025, with some exemptions for specific individuals. Stay safe and protect one another!