May 3rd, 2023 by WCBC Radio

The long-standing mask mandate at UPMC Western Maryland is now officially lifted.   According to UPMC officials, universal masking is no longer required at most UPMC facilities and locations but will be required in specific patient care areas where patients are particularly vulnerable to infection. COVID-19 protections, including voluntary masking, and standard and transmission-based precautions remain in effect.  The mandate had been in place throughout the Covid-19 Pandemic at all hospital properties throughout the region.

Official statement from UPMC:

"Beginning Monday, May 1, universal masking is no longer required at most UPMC facilities and locations but will be required in specific patient care areas where patients are particularly vulnerable to infection. COVID-19 protections, including voluntary masking, and standard and transmission-based precautions remain in effect."