The restrictions mean visitors 11 years old and younger will be prohibited from all hospital inpatient areas and waiting areas. All employees at designated inpatient locations will be required to wear a mask while providing care. Masks are not required for patients and visitors, but strongly encouraged.

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Masking will be required for patients, visitors and staff in all Banner locations where patients are present until further notice. Patients admitted to Banner hospitals are not required to mask in their hospital rooms. Masking will be encouraged in non-patient areas as well.