Public urged to avoid visiting certain hospital wards due to Norovirus
Members of the public are being asked to avoid visiting certain wards at Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucestershire Royal Hospital to help contain the spread of highly contagious winter illnesses such as Norovirus.
These temporary restrictions aim to protect vulnerable patients by reducing the number of people moving in and out of affected wards.
- As the situation is evolving, please check with relatives or ward staff before visiting our wards to ensure access is permitted.
- Exceptions will be made for carers and those visiting on compassionate grounds who may visit but are asked to call ahead or speak to a member of staff upon arrival.
Important health advice:
- Do not visit hospitals if you have had diarrhoea, vomiting, cold or flu-like symptoms.
- If you are scheduled for a planned hospital stay and develop diarrhoea or vomiting beforehand, please contact the relevant ward or department for advice on whether you should attend.
Your cooperation helps protect patients, our staff and the wider community.