Masking guidelines
Updated April 1, 2026
The number of people with flu and other respiratory illnesses in our region has steadily declined.
Patients, visitors, and staff are not required to wear masks in Penn Medicine hospitals and practices. However, if you have a cough, runny nose, or other respiratory symptoms, you must wear a surgical mask while inside our facilities.
Anyone who wants to wear a mask is welcome to do so. We also encourage people with weakened immune systems to continue to wear masks.
Masking guidance may change based on the spread of respiratory viruses in our region.