Memorial Hermann has updated its visitor policy in response to the Omicron variant and the growing number of COVID-19 cases in the Greater Houston area.
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Memorial Hermann has updated its visitor policy in response to the Omicron variant and the growing number of COVID-19 cases in the Greater Houston area.
The hospital said in a statement that all approved visitors must clear a health screening before entering the facility and wear a Memorial Hermann-provided mask.
For pediatric patients:
For laboring, antepartum and postpartum patients:
Age restrictions do not apply to visitors who present in the Emergency Center with a patient. Minors (age 17 and under) who accompany Emergency Center patients must remain with the patient.
Visitors in Memorial Hermann Emergency Centers may be further restricted, as needed, to maintain a safe environment
University Place continues to adhere to the state’s guidelines for nursing center visitation.
Approved visitors will be required to clear a health screening before entering the facility, as well as wear a Memorial Hermann-provided mask at all times. Please visit memorialhermann.org/screening to complete online screening before arrival.
The hospital said all patients with a disability, including cognitive impairment, or other medical condition who may need support or assistance communicating with staff will be evaluated for potential visitor exceptions on a case-by-case basis. If a visitor believes that an exception to the in-person visitation policy is needed, he or she is asked to speak to the hospital’s management team. A patient’s religious counselor, subject to reasonable restrictions, may visit and will not be counted as part of the visitation limit.