Island Health has confirmed that a COVID-19 outbreak has been declared in one unit at the Victoria General Hospital (VGH).
A spokesperson said in a statement that on Oct. 3, 2023, a respiratory illness outbreak was declared on unit 6C. The pathogen was confirmed to be COVID-19, and there have been 11 health-care acquired cases.
A total of 8 active cases remain on the unit at this time. Island Health says that all the patients in the outbreak are experiencing mild illness.
“It is important to note, the outbreak declaration is limited to this unit,” says Island Health. “No other areas of the site are affected by this outbreak, VGH remains a safe place to seek care, and people should not avoid seeking emergency care or attending appointments.”
“As expected, COVID-19 continues to circulate in the community, the rate of transmission continues to fluctuate, and the virus continues to adapt. Fortunately, thanks to our immunization efforts and previous infections, we have high population immunity.
Island Health says VGH is practicing enhanced cleaning and increasing their staffing levels on the affected unit.
