This Massachusetts Hospital Updates Mask Policy After Uptick in Virus

Massachusetts is a great place to live. Great schools, thriving job markets, and an overall great quality of life.

One of the main reasons the quality of life in Massachusetts consistently ranks so high is the overall health of its residents. From a multitude of options for outdoor recreation to gyms and fitness studios throughout the state, accessible to everyone, Massachusetts residents continue to be some of the healthiest in the country.

In addition to their general health, Massachusetts residents also rate their quality of healthcare as some of the best in the U.S. Recently U.S. News and World Reports ranked Massachusetts as the third best state in the country for healthcare, behind only Hawaii and Rhode Island, taking into consideration both quality and accessibility.

Taking patient safety seriously is a top priority and one Massachusetts hospital is taking protocols to the next level because of an uptick in illness this winter.

Major Mask Policy Changes at This Massachusetts Hospital

Mass General Brigham announced that all doctors and staff will now be required to wear masks during any direct interaction with patients. The new policy comes as the hospital has seen an uptick in respiratory virus cases so far this winter.

While staff will be required to wear masks while at work, as of right now, patients and visitors will not be required to wear masks, but the hospital is strongly encouraging it.