ASTORIA – Twenty-seven workers at a hospital in Astoria, Oregon, have been infected with the coronavirus since late November, according to state officials.
The cases at Columbia Memorial Hospital were detailed by the Oregon Health Authority in a weekly report on workplace outbreaks released on Wednesday, Astorian reported.
The most recent start was on January 14. Hospital spokeswoman Nancee Long said five employees tested positive for the virus during the week of November 27. The remaining 22 cases have occurred sporadically since the original cluster, spread across nine different departments and five separate buildings, she said.
Those affected were quarantined to protect caregivers and patients, officials said.
“Caregiver and patient safety is critical,” she said. “We are proud of our caregiver’s diligence and attention to constantly changing procedures and risks. We will continue to be a space where sick people can come for help and take our dedication to healing seriously. “
–The Associated Press