Intermountain Health announced on Wednesday wearing masks will become optional at its facilities for visitors and patients beginning March 15, following an anticipated decline in respiratory illnesses.
SALT LAKE CITY — Three years after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, Utah's largest health care system is no longer requiring masks in its facilities.
Dr. JP Valin, Intermountain's chief clinical officer, said the respiratory infection season is ending, and an anticipated reduction of cases of RSV, COVID-19 and the flu contributed to the health care system's decision to ease the mask policies. Intermountain officials said the decision was made based on current health data and collaboration with other community partners and local health authorities.
Mandy Richards, Intermountain Health's chief nursing officer, thanked health care workers for their support.
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