CRMC Starts Visitation Restrictions Due to Increase Flu/COVID On January 4, 2024

For increased protection and safety of our patients and visitors, Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is implementing precautionary measures to help in preventing the spread of flu and COVID within the hospital until further notice.

Effective Thursday, Jan. 4, visitors under the age of 16 and anyone exhibiting signs of illness (fever, cough, congestion, stomach upset) will not be permitted to visit patients except for those seeking medical care. Siblings of newborns in the Birthing Center and other special circumstances at the discretion of the unit director/charge nurse may visit if well.

“Cookeville Regional is enforcing these precautions in the best interest of patients and the community as a whole to help prevent the spread of influenza and COVID within our medical center,” said Stephanie Etter, Infection Prevention Manager at CRMC. “Remember, washing your hands, staying home when you are sick or showing signs of illness, avoiding touching your face, and cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces are all ways to help slow the spread of illness. If able, get a flu and COVID vaccine.”

To view CRMC visitation policy, visit https://www.crmchealth.org/patients-visitors/visiting-a-patient/.