SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., – Although flu activity is decreasing in Nebraska, upper respiratory illnesses continue to affect people of all ages. Upper respiratory illnesses include influenza A, influenza B, pertussis (whooping cough), and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus).

To protect patients and health care workers from the risk of exposure to these highly contagious illnesses, Regional West Medical Center is continuing to restrict visitation until further notice.

Children under age 15 may not visit the Birth and Infant Care Center, the Inpatient Pediatric Unit, ICU, PCU, or the 3rd floor Oncology Unit unless they have a medical condition that requires treatment.

Regional West Health Services, Scottsbluff, Neb., is the parent company for Regional West Medical Center and Regional West Physicians Clinic. These organizations, with over 1,800 employees, provide comprehensive and innovative health care services for the people and communities of western Nebraska and the neighboring states of Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming. With over 110 active physicians, 95 percent of whom are board certified or board eligible, plus an additional 25 consulting specialists, the Regional West family of health care organizations offers care that spans more than 30 medical specialties.