Name: River's Edge Veterinary Hospital
Address: 720 Kennedy Dr, Metropolis, IL, 62960, US
Telephone: 618-524-7500

Dear River's Edge Family,March 8, 2021

Great NEWS!! As promised, we have been watching the prevalence maps every day and SO HAPPY to report that Massac County, IL and McCracken County, KY are BOTH in a stable condition! This means we can safely allow one client per pet into our exam rooms for their visit. You will be required to properly wear a face covering and will have your temperature taken upon entering.

Of course, if you prefer to wait in your vehicle, that will still be allowed. We know some of you prefer it that way! Lol

Our lobby will still remain closed and we ask that you call or use our mobile app to request medications or appointments. River's Edge Veterinary Hospital will continue to do our part to flatten the infection curve and be a part of the pandemic solution. All of our doctors and many of our staff have received both of their COVID-19 vaccines. We are happy to report that although some of us experienced some degree of illness after receiving the vaccine, we all recovered quickly and are feeling good about contributing to the “herd immunity” we need to achieve to get back to life as we once knew it!

If infection rates take off again, we will return to curbside service as necessary to keep everyone as healthy as possible.

Please contact us at 618-524-7500 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

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