COVID-19: outbreak on the 15th floor of the Montreal General Hospital

The 15th floor of the Montreal General Hospital (MGH) is experiencing an outbreak of confirmed cases of COVID-19.

• Four patients have been declared positive
• Three healthcare workers have been confirmed positive

Public health authorities have been notified, and the following measures have been taken:

• All admissions to the 15th floor are suspended until the outbreak is under control
• All patients who may have been exposed to infected individuals placed in protective isolation and actively monitored for symptoms.
• All admitted patients on MGH15 will be tested following exposure.
• All healthcare workers on the 15th floor will be tested for COVID-19 this week.
• Healthcare teams are strictly following infection control measures to reduce internal transmission.
• In accordance with COVID-19 protocols, the Infection Prevention and Control (ICP) department and Human Resources teams are conducting an epidemiological investigation to trace close contacts of infected individuals.
• Infection Control delegates will be on the unit to ensure respect of infection control measures
• Visits have been suspended except for exceptional cases.

Emergency Measures Coordination Centre