Clostridium difficile (C. diff) outbreak declared on SAH’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

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October 19, 2026 – As of October 19, 2026, following provincial guidelines, Sault Area Hospital (SAH) has declared a Clostridium difficile (C. diff) outbreak in the ICU in partnership with Algoma Public Health (APH).
 
Visitors are to wear full PPE (gloves and gowns) when in a patient’s room and adhere to washing hands with soap and water; no eating or drinking in the room.
 
Please reach out to your loved one’s care team if you have questions.
 
For more details, including our visitor guidelines, visit SAH Visitor Guidance – https://sah.on.ca/visitors/
 
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our hospital safe!