Closed to visitors after gastro outbreak
A Woy Woy aged care home is closed to visitors after an outbreak of gastroenteritis.
"We have identified six residents with gastro over the last 24 hours, and four staff have also reported symptoms this morning," Blue Wave Living chief executive Mr Matt Downie said last Thursday.
"In line with health guidelines, BlueWave Living will be closed to all visitors until we are past this current outbreak.
"Gastroenteritis is a common and highly infectious condition that affects the stomach and intestines.
"It can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
"Gastro is not usually serious, but it can lead to dehydration.
"Viral gastroenteritis is highly infectious and spreads through contact with contaminated hands, objects or food.
"It can also be spread through coughing and sneezing."
Mr Downie said video links were available to residents using tablets with Zoom or Facetime.
Bookings should be made via email.
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Matt Downie, Blue Wave Living