Welshpool Hospital ward closed after virus outbreak
Powys Teaching Health Board said the decision had also been made to close the hospital’s Minor Injury Service tonight from 7pm-7am because it is covered by the Maldwyn Ward nursing team.
“Our first priority is to our patients, so we are taking a number of steps to prevent any further spread,” a spokesperson told us. “This includes asking people only to visit our hospitals if absolutely necessary – for example, if there is a clinical need for the visit, or for patients receiving end of life care. If in doubt, please contact the ward before travelling.”
Anyone with a minor injury tonight is advised to call the NHS on 111 for free health information and advice when it is urgent but not life-threatening.
Alternative overnight services are available from the A&E departments at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Maelor Hospital in Wrexham.
“Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience, and the service will resume once the cases of diarrhoea and vomiting on the ward have cleared,” said a spokesperson.
Residents are being urged not to visit hospitals or care homes if you, or the people you live with, have had diarrhoea, vomiting or flu-like symptoms within the last 48 hours.
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