mandatory advisory for all staff to wear face masks while inside the hospital premises. "Must use reusable cloth face cover /surgical mask in the workplace.
Ensure proper cleaning and frequent sanitation of the workplace, particularly of the frequently touched surfaces," the advisory reads.
As per the advisory, all hospital staff is now required to wear masks at all times and avoid gatherings of more than three to four people at a place.
Additionally, the AIIMS management has instructed staff to isolate patients at home with a doctor's guidance if they exhibit symptoms such as fever, cough, or cold. "Employees who are at a higher risk - older or pregnant employees and those with underlying medical conditions - should take extra precautions," the memorandum said further noting that all officials were advised to take care of their health and look out for symptoms.