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Patients and visitors

Some helpful information for our patients and visitors, from choosing the right service to patient transport and any special requirements you may have.

Do not visit the hospital if you think you may have COVID-19

Visitors are welcome, but please do not attend if you are unwell and have any symptoms of coronavirus, cold or flu, or vomiting and diarrhoea.

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Do not visit the hospital if you think you may have COVID-19