FHP COVID-19 Updates
FHP has updated COVID protocols that were put in place previously to protect patients, visitors, and employees at the onset of the pandemic.
Required Masking Areas at Foundation Health Partners:
Neo-natal ICU (NICU)
Infusion Services (exam rooms)
Pulmonary Function Testing (Respiratory Therapy care area)
Internal Medicine & Senior Care (staff required, patients optional)
Masking is always acceptable and required IF:
- You are experiencing upper respiratory symptoms
- A patient or family member requests it
- A clinician requests it
- Care protocols require it
*masking requirements may fluctuate due to transmission or outbreak rates
Foundation Health Partners on March 13, 2023, updated making requirements and visitation guidelines as the health system moves into the next phase of removing protocols that were put into place at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Foundation Health Partners on March 13, 2023, updated making requirements and visitation guidelines as the health system moves into the next phase of removing protocols that were put into place at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
MOST NOTABLE CHANGES:
• Optional masking in most outpatient clinics
• FMH is moving to Level Green visitation status
• Masking is optional in many areas of FMH
• Staff masking requirements vary by department
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FHP is updating some of the COVID protocols that were put in place in 2020 to protect patients, visitors and employees at the onset of the pandemic.
FHP is updating some of the COVID protocols that were put in place in 2020 to protect patients, visitors and employees at the onset of the pandemic. Based on revised recommendations from the CDC, FHP has moved to self-screening for patients and visitors at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. This means that patients and visitors will no longer be screened by an FHP screener upon entering the hospital. Masking in all public and patient areas of the hospital remains mandatory.
The CDC advises health…
With the number of hospitalizations and new infections declining, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is easing a few of the COVID-related restrictions that were put in place to mitigate the spread of COVID. FMH is using a phased approach to modify COVID restrictions.
COVID RESTRICTIONS EASED: With the number of hospitalizations and new infections declining, we are easing a few of the COVID-related restrictions that were put in place to mitigate the spread of COVID. Although COVID continues to have an impact, the risk of spread can currently be managed with less restrictive measures. We are using a phased approach to modify COVID restrictions. Existing restrictions will be reviewed and assessed regularly. Eased restrictions include:
- VISITATION: FMH is…
February's data from Fairbanks Memorial Hospital.
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January's data from Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Please note that of the 62 patients hospitalized 26 of these patients were not seeking treatment for COVID they were here for other treatment needs..png?width=750)
The therapeutic treatments available for the Omicron variant are extremely limited right now and will remain that way for upcoming months. If you are unvaccinated or immunocompromised or high risk for any reason, be vigilant with protecting yourself from infection. Other than vaccination, the treatments that reduce risk of serious illness or death are currently in scarce supply. Under governmental direction, treatments, due to shortages, are only available to a very small, high risk, population until quantities increase. If ill, see a health care provider.
OMICRON VARIANT:
- Designated a “variant of concern” on Nov. 26, with a “very high” global risk. It now accounts for more than 95% of COVID cases nationally, in Alaska and in the Interior.
- Highly contagious. Approximately twice as transmissible as Delta.
- Symptoms include scratchy throat, nasal congestion, dry cough, and muscle pain. Doesn’t typically cause loss of taste or smell.
- Reinfection rates are high. Previous COVID infection doesn’t appear to provide adequate protection.
- Omicron…
This information is what we know now. As we've learned throughout the pandemic, information and recommendations can change. One thing remains consistent, vaccination lessens the risk of becoming seriously ill with COVID-19.
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Information on the omnicron variant, boosters and changes to the DHSS COVID Dashboards.
OMICRON VARIANT: Confirmed cases of the omicron variant have been found in California, New York, Hawaii, Minnesota, and Colorado. See our handout for additional information about this variant, or visit the CDC website for more. Additionally, you can learn more about variants in general.
BOOSTER DOSES: On Nov. 29, the CDC strengthened its recommendations for all adults to receive booster doses of the COVID vaccine. They recommend that everyone ages 18 and older get the booster at least six…
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