Upstate Medical University: Upstate University Hospital Announces Visitor Restrictions

Press release from Upstate Medical University:

January 10, 2022

Due to high community spread of Covid-19, Upstate University Hospital has made changes to its visitation policy.

Visiting hours at Upstate are restricted to 3 to 7 p.m. and only one designated visitor will be permitted for the duration of the patient’s hospitalization. Restrictions began Jan. 7.

Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital will allow two designated parent/support persons to be at the child’s bedside throughout hospitalization 24/7.

One support person is permitted in the Upstate Emergency Departments, Peds After Hours, and Upstate Cancer Center.

No visitors will be permitted for Covid patients, except in end-of-life circumstances or for discharge preparations.

For a complete listing of visitor restrictions and allowances, visit: Upstate Visitor Policy.

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