Rockford hospitals restricting patient visits because of flu - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star

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All three Rockford hospitals have implemented visitor restrictions because of widespread flu activity in the region.

OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rockford Health System and SwedishAmerican Health System made the announcement today via the Winnebago County Health Department based on recommendations from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Effective immediately, hospital visitors will be limited to people ages 18 and older. People with flu-like symptoms are also asked to refrain from visiting patients at the hospitals.

All treatment services are still available to patients.

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