Dear Patient of FOWH,
"Because of steady improvement in COVID-19 metrics, a high local vaccination rate, and anticipated adjustments to guidance by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Pasadena—as a separate health jurisdiction—will issue an updated health order, effective Feb. 26."
"This order will give
fully vaccinated people the option to either wear or remove masks in
many indoor settings (
NOT in healthcare facilities) in alignment with the
state health officer order. This order will differ slightly from the county's approach, and is less restrictive in allowing for additional options for vaccine verification, including self-attestation, in most businesses and public areas."
CDC NEW MASK GUIDELINES
On February 25, CDC issued new mask guidance based on community risk levels. Los Angeles County is deemed high-risk.
FOWH NEW VISITOR GUIDELINES
- NST (non-stress tests) are in a shared room so we will continue to restrict visitors (except when needed for support or assistance).
- For all other appointments, ONE visitor (one adult or one child) is allowed.
- Everyone must wear a mask at all times in the office.
- We are NOT asking patients or visitors if they are vaccinated.
- Safety requirements include mandatory mask-wearing for patients, visitors and staff; use of hand sanitizers; waiting room spacing (using the text message system); and others.