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Norovirus closes wards at Wrexham Maelor hospital | Norovirus closes wards at Wrexham Maelor hospital |
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Three wards at Wrexham Maelor Hospital have been closed to new admissions following a high number of norovirus cases. | Three wards at Wrexham Maelor Hospital have been closed to new admissions following a high number of norovirus cases. |
In total 11 patients have had symptoms of the winter vomiting bug in the past 48 hours, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board said. | In total 11 patients have had symptoms of the winter vomiting bug in the past 48 hours, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board said. |
Additional infection control measures have been put in place. | Additional infection control measures have been put in place. |
Patients due to attend appointments and with symptoms are asked to telephone the ward for advice before visiting. | |
Visitors are being told to look out for notices and signs indicating affected areas and get advice from staff before entering. | |
The health board said babies and young children should not be taken onto wards, and visitors should wash their hands when entering and leaving. | |
Anyone suffering from diarrhoea, vomiting or an upset stomach in the last 48 hours is asked not to visit the hospital. |
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