Due to rising transmissions of respiratory illnesses, Bassett Healthcare Network is re-instituting face mask requirements at all of its facilities. On Wednesday, Bassett officials said the move was made in accordance with COVID-19 protocols and to protect patients, visitors and staff. Everyone inside any Bassett facility is now required to wear a medical grade mask. This includes A.O. Fox Hospital and A.O. Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta, A.O. Fox Hospital – Tri-Town Campus in Sidney, Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O’Connor Hospital in Delhi, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services in Herkimer.