COVID-19 Information
Updates about visitor information, vaccines, testing, and frequently asked questions.

COVID-19 Information
As we shift from a pandemic response to one managing the disease - prioritizing prevention and flexibility to stay ahead of future surges or variants - we must continue to use all available tools to keep overall infections low and the spread limited.
- Vaccines are the best measure to protect people from COVID-19, slow transmission and reduce the likelihood of new variants emerging. Stay Up to Date with COVID-19 vaccines - that means getting all recommended vaccines and booster doses when eligible.
- Test if you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19 or are showing symptoms.
- Quarantine and stay away from others if you have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19. Isolate when you are sick or have tested positive for COVID-19 (even if you are asymptomatic).
- Take precautions when visiting someone vulnerable—test before meeting and wear a mask when indoors with them.
Reminder: Masks are still required in healthcare settings per the state health department guidelines.
Visitor Information
PeaceHealth follows guidance from the CDC and local health departments and adjusts visitation restrictions based on county-level COVID-19 transmission rates to ensure the safety of our patients and caregivers. Please check the table below to see the restrictions in place at your local hospital or clinic. Please note that these may change as transmission levels change.
Location |
Visitors Allowed |
Masks Required |
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Alaska |
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Ketchikan and Craig |
1 visitor at a time |
Level 3 surgical mask
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Washington |
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Bellingham and Lynden |
2 visitors at a time |
Level 3 surgical mask
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Friday Harbor |
2 visitors at a time |
Level 3 surgical mask
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Sedro-Woolley and Burlington |
2 visitors at a time |
Level 3 surgical mask
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Longview |
1 visitor at a time |
Level 3 surgical mask
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Vancouver and Camas |
2 visitors at a time |
Level 3 surgical mask
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Oregon |
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Cottage Grove |
1 visitor at a time |
KN95 mask
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Florence |
1 visitor at a time |
KN95 mask
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Eugene, Springfield, Creswell and Dexter |
1 visitor at a time |
KN95 mask
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How PeaceHealth is keeping you safe during your visit
PeaceHealth remains committed to providing the care our patients depend on. There are several steps we have taken at all medical centers and clinics to keep you safe when you visit.

Symptoms Screenings
Upon arrival, everyone will self-screen for symptoms. If a patient or visitor is experiencing symptoms, they should notify a staff member.

Masks
All patients and visitors are required to wear a mask in every PeaceHealth building. We will provide the required mask upon arrival if you don’t have one.

COVID-19 Testing
Patients admitted to the hospital are tested for COVID-19 when the county is in high, substantial or moderate transmission rate.

Visitor Restrictions
For the health and safety of you and our community, PeaceHealth is continuing to limit visitor access until COVID-19 is no longer a public health threat. Please know that face masks are required in all PeaceHealth facilities for those allowed to visit.

PPE Usage
PeaceHealth caregivers wear masks and additional personal protective equipment when caring for patients.

Sanitized Surfaces
In all areas, our environmental services teams continue to ensure surfaces are sanitized to PeaceHealth’s strict medical standards.
Vaccine Information
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PeaceHealth offers Pfizer or Moderna primary immunization and booster shots for patients at our primary care clinics. We are currently only offering the Pfizer updated (bivalent) booster, which has been approved for people 6 months old and older. Appointments are required. Availability of appointments for the updated booster will depend on supply. To schedule, please call your primary care provider.
If you prefer to receive the Moderna updated (bivalent) booster, it is available through many community clinics and pharmacies. You can find locations by zip code at vaccines.gov, by calling 1-800-232-0233 or by texting your zip code to 438829. There are currently no out-of-pocket costs for the vaccine or booster shot, though your insurer may pay the cost of administering the vaccine.
Please speak with your primary care physician if you have questions about the vaccines. Additional information is available in our Frequently Asked Questions.
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Pfizer |
Moderna |
Type |
mRNA |
mRNA |
Who can get this vaccine? |
Fully authorized for people 16 years old and older. Authorized for emergency use in people 6 months -15 years old. |
Fully authorized for people 18 years and older. Authorized for emergency use in people 6 months - 17 years. |
Booster shots |
Children 6 months to 4 years: There is no booster recommendation. The third shot in the Pfizer three-dose primary series is an updated (bivalent) booster. Children 5-17: An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary series. The updated booster can only be Pfizer for 5-year-olds; for 6-17-year-olds, it can be Pfizer or Moderna. Adults 18+: An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary series. The updated booster can be either Pfizer or Moderna. |
Children 6 months to 5 years: An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the two-dose Moderna primary series. Children aged 6 months – 4 years can only get a Moderna updated (bivalent) booster. Children aged 5 years can get a Pfizer or Moderna booster. Children 6-17: An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary series. The updated booster can be either Pfizer or Moderna. Adults 18+: An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the primary series. The updated booster can be either Pfizer or Moderna. |
Additional primary doses and booster shots for immunocompromised people |
Children 6 months to 4 years: Should get a third primary dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least 8 weeks after the second dose. No booster is recommended at this time. The third shot in the Pfizer three-dose primary series is an updated (bivalent) booster. Children 5-17 years: Should get a third primary dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least 4 weeks after second dose. An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after third dose or last booster. The updated booster can only be Pfizer for 5-year-olds; for 6-17-year-olds, it can be Pfizer or Moderna. Adults 18+: Should get a third primary dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least 4 weeks after second dose. An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after third dose or last booster. The updated booster can be either Pfizer or Moderna. |
Children 6 months to 5 years: Should get a third primary dose of the Moderna vaccine at least 4 weeks after the second dose. An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after completing the two-dose Moderna primary series. Children aged 6 months – 4 years can only get a Moderna updated (bivalent) booster. Children aged 5 years can get a Pfizer or Moderna booster. Children 6-17: Should get a third primary dose of the Moderna vaccine at least 4 weeks after second dose. An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after third dose or last booster. The updated booster can be either Pfizer or Moderna. Adults 18+: Should get a third primary dose of the Moderna vaccine at least 4 weeks after second dose. An updated (bivalent) booster is recommended at least 2 months after third dose or last booster. The updated booster can be either Pfizer or Moderna. |
Please note that parents of minors 17 years of age and younger must provide consent to PeaceHealth for vaccination in Alaska and Washington. In Oregon, minors younger than 14 need parental consent; those 15 and older may provide their own consent. Verbal consent can be provided in person at the time of vaccination or over the phone when scheduling the appointment.
Testing Information
Testing is an essential component in preventing the coronavirus from spreading. Please get tested if you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19 or are showing symptoms.
PeaceHealth clinics and emergency departments are not conducting walk-in testing. If you are a PeaceHealth patient and you or a family member have symptoms, please contact your primary care provider to inquire about getting a COVID-19 test. Everyone admitted to the hospital or receiving general anesthesia is tested for COVID-19 when the county is in high, substantial or moderate transmission rate.
There are several community-based options for getting a COVID-19 test. Many drug stores and pharmacies offer free COVID-19 testing. Please note that some locations may require an appointment. Use the links below to find a nearby test.
- Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
- Oregon Health Authority
- Washington State Department of Health
In addition, home test kits are readily available at drug stores and pharmacies. Depending on availability, free at-home test kits may be available at covid.gov/tests. See our Healthy You article, At-home COVID-19 testing: What you need to know, for more information about the rapid, at-home tests.
Additional COVID-19 Resources
There are many resources available to learn more about the coronavirus and COVID-19.
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