COVID-19 and Flu Policies
As an organization, Chesapeake Potomac Regional Cancer Center (CPRCC) strives to provide uninterrupted cancer care for our community.
As of May 2023, in light of the lower rates of COVID transmission in our community, the vaccination of many of our patients and staff, and the subsequent end of the public health emergency, the policy changes below are in effect to decrease office restrictions. We understand that many patients may still prefer to wear a mask and may request that we do so at any time, particularly in confined office spaces.
Should you have any other questions about our policies, please inform our staff. We are happy to discuss them further during your visit.
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Masks are optional in our offices.
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You may request that any of our staff wear a mask in an enclosed area with you at any point during your visit. We are more than willing to respect your interest in staying protected.
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Our office has no visitor restrictions, although we encourage visitors to screen for symptoms and avoid coming in if in question. Our providers can communicate with any family members by phone during the visit.
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If you or any visitors with you have any of the following symptoms (new cough, shortness of breath, fevers, or others listed on the CDC website), have tested positive in the last 10 days, or have had close contact with anyone who has tested positive in the previous 10 days, please inform our staff before arrival.
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If you feel ill with a cold or the flu, contact our staff as soon as possible, preferably before your visit. Our staff will discuss your situation and make accommodations, ensuring everyone is supported and healthy.
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We encourage patients, staff, and visitors to consider vaccination. Getting a vaccine can protect you and those around you, including many of our patients, who are at high risk of severe illness if exposed.
While many of these measures may require extra effort, we find it is essential that we all stay safe and healthy so that we can continue to care for patients like you.
Thank you for your understanding and commitment to us.