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FULL NOROVIRUS OUTBREAK CONTROL MEASURES IN PLACE AT DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY ROYAL INFIRMARY

Full outbreak control measures continue to be implemented at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary due to norovirus.
Ward 12 remains closed to admissions, transfers and routine visiting due to norovirus. There have been no new patients reported with symptoms of sickness and diarrhoea (clinically known as norovirus).
Elaine Ross, Infection Control Manager:
“There are a number of viruses involving sickness and diarrhoea circulating within the community. Anyone who has experienced the virus are advised to remain at home for at least 48 hours following their last symptom as per NHS Scotland advice.”
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank patients, visitors and staff for their ongoing support and understanding in helping to confine the spread of the infection.”

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