January 02, 2026

Masking required for patients & visitors

Effective Immediately

Jan. 2, 2026

Due to a rapid increase in Influenza A (Flu A) and other respiratory illnesses across Delmarva, protective masking is required at our hospitals — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Atlantic General Hospital. Masking is highly encouraged at all of our outpatient locations including TidalHealth Primary & Specialty offices. 

Patient & visitor requirements
  • All patients and visitors must wear surgical masks during patient visits in the hospitals
  • Cloth masks are not acceptable
  • Masks are available at check-in
  • Visitors in the hospital who decline to wear a mask will not be permitted to visit
Help us protect our patients, team and you

If you are feeling ill, please do not visit

  • Practice good hand hygiene
  • Cover coughs and sneezes

To help ensure a safe and comfortable experience for patients and visitors, TidalHealth has established visiting rules and hours. 

Learn more about visiting rules and hours.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe.