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WNY hospitals respond to increases flu cases and hospitalizations
By Lisa Chen
Catholic Health to implement mask policy for providers, recommending masks for visitors
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
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KENMORE, N.Y. (WIVB) -- Catholic Health is implementing a mask policy starting Monday, Nov. 16, requiring all providers at Catholic Health and Trinity Medical facilities to wear a mask while working directly with patients. "Anybody visiting would be strongly encouraged to wear a mask when they come into the hospital, but the doctors, the nurses, [...]
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