Banner Health reinstates mask mandate as flu cases surge

Banner Health reinstates mask mandate as flu cases surge

CASPER, Wyo. — Mandatory masking is returning to Banner Health (formerly Wyoming Medical Center) in Casper as flu season continues and the number of cases rise. While the hospital did not say specifically when the mandate would be lifted, other seasonal visitor restrictions will be lifted March 31. All visitors, patients and medical staff are now required to mask in all patient areas of the hospital, though visitors are still encouraged to wear …