UCHealth to lift universal mask mandate March 1.

UCHealth and a few other hospitals in Colorado are lifting universal mask mandates for patients and staff as of March 1. As you might know, other hospitals have already lifted this requirement.

We feel the time is right to make this change because UCHealth hospitals, along with the state of Colorado, have seen substantial decreases in COVID-19 cases, and influenza cases have also fallen. 

While the universal mask mandate is being lifted at UCHealth, we encourage anyone experiencing cold, flu or other respiratory symptoms or who is not fully vaccinated to continue wearing one. As was standard prior to the pandemic, any patients who have an infectious disease may be required to wear a mask, and any staff members or providers who care for those patients will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment – which may include masks, eye protection, gloves, gown, etc.

Importantly, staff, providers, partners, patients, volunteers and visitors are welcome to continue wearing masks in our facilities if they prefer.