Hays Medical Center

Effective Wednesday, visitors at HaysMed will be restricted due to the flu season. Visitors who have symptoms of influenza (fever, body aches, headache, severe weakness, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose) or are 12 years of age or younger will not be allowed on patient floors.

There has been a significant rise of influenza A and B nationally and HaysMed is taking these precautions in order to limit the spread of the flu. Signs noting the restrictions are posted at the main entrances to alert visitors not to visit if they have symptoms of Influenza or are 12 years of age or younger.

The flu can cause serious complications and even death, especially in the very young, the elderly, and those with certain existing medical conditions. These measures are being taken in an effort to protect patients, families and hospital staff.