COVID & Vaccine

The vaccine is widely available throughout the area. To find locations, visit Clay County Public Health Center's Where to Get Vaccinated page for a list of local vaccinators.

The safety of patients, caregivers and our community is our top priority. Visitor guidelines are designed to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19/flu. These guidelines apply to all patients, visitors, volunteers, vendors, employees and providers.

Visitor Policy (12/15/22)

WEAR A MASK. Surgical masks are preferred instead of cloth masks. Surgical masks are available at hospital and clinic entrances.

VISITING HOURS ARE 24/7 FOR NON-COVID PATIENTS

• Must be free of COVID/FLU symptoms/exposure
• No age restrictions *Except ICU, NICU, Oncology (no one 14 & younger)
• No pet visits. Service animals allowed. See policy.

Non-COVID patients may have unlimited healthy visitors anytime (except ICU).

COVID patients (or those with any signs/symptoms of a transmissible disease) may have:

• Two healthy visitors simultaneously per day for at minimum six hours.
• Visitors may leave and return.
• The visitor(s) must wear specific protective equipment as determined by the healthcare team.
• For specific questions about The Birthing Center, call 816.792.7229.