Visitors are being restricted at the Avera medical facilities in Pierre as a precaution against the coronavirus.
President and Chief Medical Officer at Avera St. Mary’s Dr. Mike Holland says restrictions are in place at Avera St. Mary’s Hospital, Avera Medical Group Pierre, the Helmsley Center, Avera Maryhouse and Parkwood senior apartments.
He offers this advice.
Holland says they have set up a testing center.
If you have concerns about possible COVID-19 symptoms, call Avera at 1-877-282-8372. To schedule a regular appointment at the Avera facilities in Pierre, call 605-224-5901.
The South Dakota Department of Health has launched a website with COVID-19 information, including number of cases found in the state, at covid.sd.gov.