COVID-19 testing begins for Tri-County residents and staff

As part of its focus on community health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gundersen Tri-County Hospital and Clinics is now testing all Gundersen Tri-County Care Center residents and staff for the virus. This is in addition to temperature checks for staff at the start of each shift, masking for staff and residents, deep cleaning and other daily precautions in place at the Care Center.

“We continue to follow guidelines set forth by the State and do what we are able to keep our residents and staff as safe as possible from any risk of COVID 19. We continue to be very diligent in our daily practices to prevent the virus from reaching those within our walls and under our care,” Joni Olson, administrator at Gundersen Tri-County, said. “Thank you, the community and families to do your part as well. We realize what a trying time this is for all involved.” 

Gundersen Tri-County Hospital and Clinics is also providing COVID-19 testing for patients admitted to its Whitehall Hospital, patients prior to scheduled procedures, and for patients who have been pre-screened. Those with symptoms of COVID-19 (fever of 100.0 degrees, dry cough, shortness of breath or unexplained body aches) should call their primary care provider at (715) 538-4361 to be pre-screened and provided the best care options.