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Detroit Medical Center Tightens Visitor Rules as Flu Cases Climb

The move follows a rapid rise in pediatric flu positivity across Michigan.

Overview

  • The restrictions take effect Monday, Dec. 8, at all DMC facilities, including the Children's Hospital of Michigan.
  • Patients are limited to two visitors at any one time under the updated guidelines.
  • Children 12 and under, including siblings and other relatives, are not permitted on inpatient floors or in observation units.
  • Visitors 13 and older with a fever, cough, or rash are asked to delay their visit.
  • Officials cite pediatric test positivity rising to roughly 21% in recent weeks and last season’s 14 pediatric deaths and more than 33,000 flu-related hospitalizations as they urge residents to get vaccinated.