Carman Memorial Hospital Suspends Surgeries Due to Ant Infestation
Carman Memorial Hospital in southern Manitoba, Canada, has temporarily halted surgeries following an ant infestation. The decision to pause operations, including elective surgeries, was made after red ants were observed crawling under doors and through hallways. Southern Health, the organization managing the hospital, emphasized that even a single ant could compromise the sterile environment necessary for medical procedures. While the infestation does not pose a significant risk to patients, staff, or the building's integrity, the hospital is taking immediate action to address the issue. Measures include cleaning drains, sealing cracks, and setting baited sticky traps throughout the facility. The hospital aims to prevent further surgical cancellations and mitigate the ant problem. 
