{"id":2602,"date":"2022-05-02T04:31:24","date_gmt":"2022-05-02T04:31:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stfrancis.steerhealth.io\/?page_id=2602"},"modified":"2024-01-30T18:36:12","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T18:36:12","slug":"covid-19-patient-and-visitor-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stfrancismedicalcenter.com\/covid-19-patient-and-visitor-information\/","title":{"rendered":"COVID-19 Patient and Visitor Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#006a94&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||20px||true|false&#8221; bottom_divider_style=&#8221;arrow3&#8243; bottom_divider_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.08)&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; 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We are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment, and we recognize the important role that visitors and loved ones play in patient recovery. Our goal is to support patients\u2019 rest and healing, while maintaining a safe environment for all.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Effective September 17, 2022, our visitor policy complies with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Order-of-the-State-Public-Health-Officer-Requirements-for-Visitors-in-Acute-Health-Care-and-Long-Term-Care-Settings.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>the California Department of Public Health State Public Officer Order<\/strong><\/a>.<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;\/visitor-guidelines\/&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Visitor Guidelines&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div><strong>Frequently asked questions for visitors (FAQ) can be\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"\/visitor-frequently-asked-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>viewed here.<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>We encourage everyone who is able to become fully vaccinated to ensure your safety, and the safety of others and to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Vaccines are available at no cost and have undergone thorough testing and continue to undergo intense safety monitoring. Click here to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vaccines.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>find a vaccine near you<\/strong><\/a>.<\/div>\n<div>Patient care requires teamwork. Our staff works together with family and loved ones to help our patients heal in a safe, comfortable space. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with these guidelines and for helping us maintain a healthy, respectful, and restful environment.<\/div>\n<div>Please continue to check our website for updated visitor information.<\/div>\n<div>You may be concerned about COVID-19 and its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/variants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>variants<\/strong><\/a>, and their implications for your health and those of your loved ones. Your safety and well-being are our top priority.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><strong>Please know that:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>We are taking all necessary measures and precautions to protect the safety of our patients and staff.<\/li>\n<li>We specialize in the care of patients with complex illnesses and have experience with managing and containing viruses.<\/li>\n<li>This is an evolving situation and we suggest you check out the latest updates on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/symptoms-testing\/symptoms.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>CDC website<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>as well as the website of your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.cdc.gov\/publichealthgateway\/healthdirectories\/healthdepartments.html__;!!COskAx4!WHEYtnaFf3R1MsM-K-2UleMDtzm0GIZnK3HdrzdvU07LmO8KEh1qtD_dJ9yMxFLnew%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>state health department<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Our hospital has adopted and put in place\u00a0<a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/California-SARS-CoV-2-Crisis-Care-Guidelines_June-8-2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>California Crisis Care Continuum Guidelines<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0that, together with our own hospital policies and operational plans, serve as a framework for emergency management planning during this COVID-19 pandemic.<\/li>\n<li>Our\u00a0<a href=\"\/visitor-guidelines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>visitor policies<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0have been updated to reflect national efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. This policy may change at any time due to the evolving situation.<\/li>\n<li>Entry points may be limited to the Emergency Room and main entrances. Visitors who show any signs of illness, including mild symptoms, should not visit patients in the hospital or accompany patients to the Emergency Room.<\/li>\n<li>In our Labor and Delivery unit, patients may have two adult support persons with them. Following delivery, patients may have up to two visitors at a time, adults or children. We ask that children have an adult with them at all times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<p>\u00a0Thank you for helping to support a safe and healing environment for our patients.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_2_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_3_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_4_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_5_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; header_6_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; disabled=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Visitor Guidelines<\/h1>\n<div>St. Francis Medical Center recognizes and embraces the important role that visitors play in the mental well-being and recovery of patients, while remaining vigilant in following infection prevention guidelines. We follow the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recommendations, which were updated as of September 17, 2022.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Order-of-the-State-Public-Health-Officer-Requirements-for-Visitors-in-Acute-Health-Care-and-Long-Term-Care-Settings.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>California Department of Public Health State Public Officer Order<\/strong><\/a>.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Effective September 17, 2022, hospital visitors are no longer required to present proof of vaccination or submit to testing. Vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals may visit hospital patients.<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">CDPH still requires masking in healthcare settings, which is consistent with CDC recommendations.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdph.ca.gov\/Programs\/CID\/DCDC\/Pages\/COVID-19\/Guidance-for-Face-Coverings.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Guidance for Face Coverings (ca.gov) <\/a><\/div>\n<h1>Visitors must:<\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li>Wear a well-fitted mask with good filtration (N95, KF94, KN95, or surgical masks are preferred over cloth face coverings) at all times during any visitation at the facility; and<\/li>\n<li>Wear any other personal protective equipment (PPE) that the hospital staff asks you to wear while in the patient\u2019s or resident\u2019s room.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>We also ask that you limit your movement throughout the hospital. By physically distancing from others and remaining in your loved one\u2019s room as much as possible, we can continue to help prevent the spread of infection.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>To help maintain a quiet setting for everyone in our care, two visitors are allowed at any given time to visit a patient.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Visitation guidelines are set forth for the following patient categories regardless of pandemic tier level:<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><strong>Pediatric Patients<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>Pediatric patients are allowed up to two support persons at a time. For NICU patients, the facility permits two designated support persons that may visit at the same time.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><strong>Labor and Delivery Patients<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>Up to two support persons are allowed to be present with the patient. In addition to the support person(s), a doula, if desired by the patient, is permitted to be present if prior arrangements have been made with the hospital and the doula complies with hospital PPE and infection control guidelines.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><strong>Surgery Patients<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>Up to two visitors will be permitted until the patient is taken into Surgery Preparation (provided social distancing can be accomplished). Visitors will be called by the hospital staff when the patient is ready for discharge and can be picked up at the designated location.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><strong>Patients at End-of-Life<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>For their continued mental health and well-being, up to two visitors will be allowed to be present with the patient.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div><strong>Patients with Physical, Intellectual, and\/or Developmental Disabilities and Patients with Cognitive Impairments<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>The presence of a support person is essential to patients with physical, intellectual, and\/or developmental disabilities and patients with cognitive impairments. Up to two support persons will be allowed to be present with the patient. The patient, especially those with prolonged hospitalization, or family\/patient representative may designate two support persons.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>We are dedicated to the care of our patients and committed to providing a safe and healing setting that fosters the treatment and recovery process. Thank you for your support.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>If you have any questions, please contact our Public Safety team at (310) 900-8593.<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/stfrancismedicalcenter.com\/visitor-frequently-asked-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visitor Frequently Asked Questions &#8211; St. Francis Medical Center | Prime Healthcare | Hospital in Lynwood, CA (stfrancismedicalcenter.com)<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h1><strong>Visitor Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div>Are visitors required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test?<\/div>\n<div>In accordance with the most recent California Department of Public Health guidelines, as of September 17, 2022, visitors are no longer required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test before entering the hospital.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Am I still required to wear a mask?<\/div>\n<div>Yes. All visitors are still required to wear masks inside the hospital for their safety and the safety of others. If you don\u2019t have a mask, we will provide one for you. We appreciate your help in maintaining a safe environment.<\/div>\n<div>The exceptions to this are:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Anyone who has trouble breathing or has been advised not to wear a mask<\/li>\n<li>Anyone who is incapacitated or cannot remove a mask without assistance<\/li>\n<li>Children under the age of 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\u00a0What are your visiting hours?<\/div>\n<div>Visiting hours are 24\/7. However, please remember that patients need their rest. It is best to limit the length of your visit so that your loved one does not become too tired. Some units, such as our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, also request no visitors during the change of shift so that each patient\u2019s healthcare team can focus on the transition of care and your loved one\u2019s needs.\u00a0 During the change of shift, visitors are welcome to wait comfortably in one of our lobby areas. Our Behavioral Health Unit has specified visiting hours in consideration of each patient\u2019s well-being and care schedule. Our Behavioral Health Unit\u2019s visiting hours can be found here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/stfrancismedicalcenter.com\/services\/behavioral-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Behavioral Health Services | St Francis Medical Center, CA<\/a><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>If I would like to be vaccinated for COVID-19, where can I go?<\/div>\n<div>Please check\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vaccines.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>https:\/\/www.vaccines.gov\/<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for a vaccine site near you.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Where can I get tested for COVID-19?<\/div>\n<div>To find a COVID-19 test near you, please visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/get-tested\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>https:\/\/covid19.ca.gov\/get-tested\/<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>How can I contact a loved one at the hospital?<\/div>\n<div>To contact your loved one, please call the hospital operator at (310) 900-8900 and ask for the patient by name and room number, if you know it.<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#e8e8e8&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;30px||30px||false|false&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||10px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Preparations and Information<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#006a94&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#006a94&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;#006a94&#8243; toggle_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; z_index_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; toggle_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; toggle_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; toggle_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; closed_toggle_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_toggle_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; closed_toggle_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_link_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ul_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_ol_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; body_quote_text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_shadow_blur_strength_tablet=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;About Novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)&#8221; open=&#8221;on&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#006a94&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; toggle_text_color=&#8221;#006a94&#8243; toggle_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe respiratory illness. 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