UPDATE FROM 26th May 2023
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As you are aware, WA Health has relaxed most restrictions regarding Covid 19. We are all still at risk of becoming infected, and some measures for protection need to remain in place. There is also still a vital need to protect our health care workers and maintain staffing levels in the hospital system. Below are the newest guidelines but please check back here regularly.
PLEASE GET VACCINATED and HAVE A BOOSTER as soon as you are eligible. Boosters are now recommended for pregnant women 6 months after their last booster or 6 months after a Covid infection.
The Cove Medical Group will continue to follow the guidelines set by the WA Health Department and St John of God Hospital, Murdoch. Please carefully read our current guidelines:
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Masks are now not necessary in the Medical Centre. But we do encourage you to wear a mask to your appointments. If you have any cold or 'flu symptoms, please wear a mask.
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Masks are no longer necessary in the hospital.
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DO NOT attend your appointment if you have tested positive to Covid, been in close contact with anyone with Covid, are waiting for the result of a Covid test or have ANY symptoms to suggest possible Covid.
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Hospital visitor restrictions have ceased. There are no restrictions on unvaccinated visitors. But, visitors with symptoms will be asked to leave.
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Elective surgery may still be affected due to staff shortages. Caesareans are NOT elective procedures and will never be cancelled.
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PLEASE ring if you have any questions or concerns
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I am currently allowing medical students and/or midwifery students to be present during some consultations. Given the likely worsening healthcare workforce shortage, I believe it is vital to continue to provide ongoing high quality education to students who may have to step up and help out sooner than expected. These students will be fully vaccinated and will be observing only. If you prefer the student to sit out of your consultation, please inform my receptionist when you arrive for your appointment.
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