LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) – Owing to the maximize in COVID-19 cases and transmission, Gundersen Wellness Process is updating their masking necessities.

In accordance to a release from Gundersen, starting Jan. 12, Gundersen will have to have all sufferers and visitors to wear medical-grade masks, cloth masks -tie or ear loop- with a nose wire, or N95 or KN95 masks with no vents at all Gundersen locations.

Gundersen suggests they will provide people and readers without these masks a medical-grade mask in the course of the screening approach.

The masks that Gundersen says will not be accepted include neck gaiters, bandanas, masks with vents, and fabric masks devoid of a nose wire.

Gundersen suggests this is another step for the best protection from COVID-19, and that it is significant to get vaccinated and boosted.

You can visit their website for extra information and facts.

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