New York ends COVID-19 mask mandate at health care facilities
The change goes into effect today and impacts hospitals, nursing homes and treatment centers.
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Feb 13, 2023, 10:34 AM
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Updated 429 days ago
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3h agoMasks and face coverings are
no longer required in health care facilities in the state.
The change goes into effect
today and impacts hospitals, nursing homes and treatment centers.
State officials say each
facility will be allowed to make its own policies moving forward.
The move comes as New York
has seen a steady decline of COVID-19 transmission rates over the last two
months.
