Perry County Memorial Hospital Implements Visitor Restrictions In Response To Virus/Respiratory Illness

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TELL CITY, In. (02/23/26) — In the wake of a recent increase in viral and respiratory infections, Perry County Memorial Hospital has implemented changes in visitation policies. These will be remain in effect for the few weeks.

They include…

  • No visitors with respiratory/viral symptoms will be allowed in the hospital
  • Symptoms include fever of 100.4 or more, sore throat, cough, runny or stuffy nose, chills, headache, body aches and fatigue
  • No visitors under the age of 16
  • Limitation to two visitors a day

The hospital also states visitors are encouraged to wash hands frequently while in the hospital and wear protective face masks when instructed.