Masking Reminder

We are now full-swing into respiratory viral illness season. Most of these infections are transmitted through coughs, sneezes and just breathing. Over the last several years we have learned that masks help reduce the transmission of these virus particles --not just COVID but also flu, RSV and many other respiratory viruses. In an effort to keep you, other patients and our staff healthy we are reminding you that all sick patients over age 2 and their families must mask while in the office. It is your responsibility to bring your own mask; we have a limited supply and it is very difficult for us to provide masks for everyone.  Anyone accompanying an ill child must also mask as most viruses are contagious 1-2 days BEFORE symptoms start. We realize that some patients may find this request inconvenient but it is a very small ask for us to keep our staff healthy (if we are sick we will not be able to take care of your children!) and also protect our most vulnerable patients.

For now masks will still be optional if ALL individuals in your party are feeling well with NO illness symptoms. If we start to see a surge of flu, COVID or RSV we may return to having mandatory masking for everyone. 

Illness symptoms include but are not limited to: fever, cough, congestion, runny nose, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, eye discharge, rash. 

Thank you for your cooperation!