STANTON – Martin County Hospital began opening to visitors June 7. Visitors for patients admitted with COVID-19 will remain restricted, but visitation is open for all other patients. “There has been a substantial decrease in the number of active COVID-19 cases in the area. That combined with lower hospitalization rates and increased numbers of vaccinated citizens has made this move possible,” said Nancy Cooke, hospital chief financial officer. “Restricting visitation has been an important part of keeping patients, staff and visitors safe. Visitors can play an important part in patient recovery and we are pleased that we can now welcome them ...