Clinton Hospital Discharged Patients with Fever, Flu

BOSTON (AP) — Three patients were discharged from a hospital in Clinton, Massachusetts after they were found to have flu-like symptoms, but none of them tested positive for the flu or COVID-19, health officials said.

Clinton Hospital said the three patients were discharged on Sunday after their symptoms improved.

Officials said the patients were isolated as a precaution and that the hospital followed proper protocols.

The hospital said it is taking steps to ensure the safety of its patients, visitors, and staff.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health said it is working with the hospital to monitor the situation.

Health officials continue to urge people to stay home if they are feeling sick and to practice good hygiene, including washing hands frequently and covering coughs and sneezes.