3/18/2020 UPDATE: Hewitt Veterinary Hospital Began Wearing Personal Protective Respirators Today After 5 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in Waco Area.

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Following the announcement of 5 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Waco area (see Waco/McLennan County Public Health Dept. page for current count), Hewitt Veterinary Hospital Team began wearing Personal Protective Respirator Equipment today.  This extra layer of protection will allow us to maintain a higher level of safety during exams and procedures which require close contact between members of our team. Team members serving our clients curbside may keep respirators on, not because they believe you are contagious, but because after removal, the masks require a cleaning procedure that may unnecessarily deplete cleaning supplies. This equipment will also improve our capacity to continue operations during a current latent or possible future outbreak of COVID-19 in our area. The pets we have seen today seem to be very happy and not bothered by the appearance of the equipment.

We are happy to be able to provide your pet with excellent healthcare in a manner that maintains a high level of safety for you, your pet, our team, and our community.

We remind you to please maintain 6 feet of distance from others and wash your hands very often to SLOW THE SPREAD.