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NMC Health Starts Visitor Restrictions During Flu Season

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Precaution helps protect patients and staff during flu season

NEWTON, Kan., (October 1, 2015) – As we’re entering cold and flu season, Newton Medical Center has implemented visitor restrictions for the health of patients and staff.

Restricted visitors include:

These visitor restrictions are effective now through March 31, 2016.

While the exact timing and duration of flu seasons vary, outbreaks often begin in October and can last as late as May, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Often times, flu activity peaks between December and February.

About Newton Medical Center:
Newton Medical Center is a comprehensive 103-bed hospital in Newton, Kan., offering full-service medical care in Harvey and surrounding counties. For more information, call (316) 283-2700 or visit www.www.newtonmed.com.

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