Memorial Herman hospital in Houston requests 11 healthcare workers to self-quarantine after coming in direct contact with one of the confirmed coronavirus patients in the Houston area.
Memorial Hermann released a statement:
Memorial Hermann has learned that a small number of patients who were screened at our facilities for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) over the last several weeks have tested positive for the infection. These patients are being cared for under both the Memorial Hermann Health System infection control and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) protocols and are in stable condition.
Out of an abundance of caution, Memorial Hermann asked 11 healthcare workers who were in direct contact with one of the confirmed patients to self-quarantine for 14 days, as recommended by the CDC. Only one of the healthcare workers is exhibiting minor symptoms, but all have been or will be tested for COVID-19 and their conditions are currently being monitored. Memorial Hermann is working closely with the Houston Health Department to effectively manage this potential exposure and ensure the safety of our employees, physicians and patients.