Queen's North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital on the Big Island has reinstated its no-visitor policy.
Limited exceptions may be made in certain situations such as pediatric or maternity patients, and end-of-life care. Proof of vaccination and additional screening will be required.
Friends and family members are asked to consider using technology to stay connected and offer support remotely.
Free Wi-Fi is available for all patients and phones are available in all patient rooms.
"We apologize for the inconvenience this visitation restriction may cause. This is a very important way to limit the risk of possible exposure to COVID-19 for our patients, staff and community," the hospital said. "The visitation restriction will be reevaluated daily and removed as soon as conditions allow."
Find more information on vaccine and testing sites at hawaiicovid19.com.
