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Dosher Implements Updated Visitor Guidelines

Release date: December 31, 2025

Dosher Memorial Hospital is closely monitor respiratory viruses within our communities. Rates of respiratory illnesses, including influenza, are increasing nationwide and locally. While overall activity remains at a moderate level, we are updating our visitor guidelines to help protect everyone in our facilities.

Beginning Thursday, Jan. 1 at 7 a.m., children under the age of 13 are asked not to visit Dosher Hospital. This applies to all child visitors, including siblings, friends, or family members. This restriction does not apply to children who are seeking medical care.

Visitors age 13 and older who are experiencing symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat, fever, or cough are encouraged to postpone visits.

These measures help protect our patients and reduce the risk of children being exposed to or spreading influenza and other respiratory viruses.

Visitation Exceptions

●Emergency Department patients who must bring their children with them

●Visitors to patients receiving end-of-life care

Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting Dosher’s commitment to patient safety.