Midland Memorial Hospital is resuming in-patient elective surgeries following a decrease in COVID-19 cases.
“As the census falls, as the positive numbers fall at our testing centers, it does begin to feel like we’re on the downward slope of this current surge, but it’s really important not to get complacent.” Chief Medical Officer Russell Meyers said, according to Your Basin.
The hospital is currently treating 68 individuals suffering from COVID-19 as of Sept. 23, marking a significant decrease from the illness’ peak of 125 two weeks ago.
The medical establishment’s testing centers noted a 5% decrease in COVID-19 positivity rates, dropping from 21% to 16% over the span of a week. Approximately 18% of the hospitalizations are from surrounding counties.
Midland County Commissioners recently approved nearly $2.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to "help us provide premium pay for our workforce," according to News West 9.
“As the census falls, as the positive numbers fall at our testing centers, it does begin to feel like we’re on the downward slope of this current surge, but it’s really important not to get complacent,” Meyers told Your Basin.
The institution's hospital leaders continue to urge the community to practice safety protocols such as mask-wearing, social distancing, and vaccinations.
"We appreciate the community's support," Meyers told News West 9. "Both the city and the county have stepped up and used some of the federal funding they got to help us with our staff during this COVID crisis, and that's very much appreciated."