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Four hospitals around Metro Vancouver have been forced to close units because of COVID-19 infections

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Four hospitals around Metro Vancouver have now been forced to close units because of COVID-19 infections.

Fraser Health says 10 patients in one unit of Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody have tested positive for the illness.

That unit has been closed to all admissions, transfers and visits until further notice.

The health authority said Sunday that outbreaks had occurred at separate units of Surrey Memorial and Chilliwack General hospitals, affecting a total of six patients.

Vancouver Coastal Health says three units in the highrise tower of Vancouver General Hospital have also been closed since last month after patients and staff tested positive for COVID-19.

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