Write a commentToday, Oswego Health reported the first positive case of COVID-19 in their facility.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to escalate, Oswego Health wants to reassure you that nothing is more important than the safety of healthcare workers and the patients who rely on them for quality care.
“We understand that there will be concern in the community. The patient was isolated immediately on entry into our facility based on suspicion and remains on the appropriate isolation. Our detailed preparedness plan, constant education and implementation of best practices provided by the CDC, helps us protect our staff and patients and positions Oswego Health to meet the healthcare needs of the community now, and throughout this pandemic,” shared Chief Medical Officer, Duane Tull, MD.
# # # About Oswego Health:
The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a not-for-profit healthcare system that was established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to continue to be one of Oswego County’s largest employers. More than 1,200 employees work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 164-bed community Oswego Hospital, a 28-bed psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, a retirement community. Oswego Health also has Health Services Centers located throughout Oswego County. For more information about Oswego Health, please visit our website www.oswegohealth.org.
