New Safety Protocol

  • All bags/belongings entering the Emergency Department will be searched.  It is suggested that patients only bring necessary items (e.g. Keys, ID, Phones)
  • All Patients entering the Emergency Departments will be Screened via a security wand
  • Patients entering the ED Treatment area will be provided a gown
  • Visitation Update - One visitor per patient (children may have both parents).  Visitors will be subject to wanding and are asked not to bring any belongings into the ED with them.  If they choose to bring in bags they will be subject to a search.
  • At this time, all protocols are not currently in effect at Athol Hospital. Full implementation is planned to begin in the coming days.

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Emergency Department

The Watkins Center for Emergency and Acute Care

In An Emergency, Dial 911 Immediately

If you have any of the following symptoms, dial 911, and seek medical attention immediately:

  • Chest Pain
  • Difficulty Breathing
  • Severe Burns
  • Sudden Slurred Speech
  • Uncontrolled Bleeding