Regarding the case in which one contracted administrative staff member at our hospital was confirmed to have been infected with COVID-19 on August 16, 2020, we have confirmed that the case has been resolved as of August 26, as the 14-day observation period has passed since the staff member's last day at work on August 12, and all PCR tests of three staff members, including three close contacts, have been negative and no new cases have been reported.

We sincerely apologize to our patients and their families for the great concern and inconvenience caused. Our hospital will continue to take measures to prevent infection and strive to provide safe medical care, so we appreciate your continued support.

August 27, 2020
Kitano Hospital

• Regarding COVID-19 infection among hospital staff (First report)