ROANOKE, Va. – Carilion Clinic is preparing for an influx of patients amid coronavirus concerns.
As part of these procedures, the hospital is asking staff to remain onsite.
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Taking this measure occasionally happens during high-demand time, according to a Carilion spokeswoman.
The hospital recommends that the majority of patients with mild to moderate flu-like symptoms can be treated at an urgent care site while acutely or critically ill patients should visit their local emergency department.
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