SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., – Visitation restrictions have been lifted for all but the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Regional West Medical Center. The restrictions were put into place due to widespread respiratory illness in the community, which has now dramatically decreased.

Children under age 18 may once again visit patients in the Birth and Infant Care Center, the Inpatient Pediatric Unit, ICU, PCU, or the 3rd floor Oncology Unit.

As always, anyone who is experiencing a fever or cough should refrain from visiting any part of the hospital except when seeking medical care.

Regional West Health Services, Scottsbluff, Neb., is the parent company for Regional West Medical Center and Regional West Physicians Clinic. These organizations, with over 1,800 employees, provide comprehensive and innovative health care services for the people and communities of western Nebraska and the neighboring states of Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming. With over 110 active physicians, 95 percent of whom are board certified or board eligible, plus an additional 25 consulting specialists, the Regional West family of health care organizations offers care that spans more than 30 medical specialties.