Hospital trust urges Worsop and Bassetlaw public to stay away from hospital if suffering from norovirus

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) is urging residents from around Worksop and Bassetlaw not to visit hospital if they are experiencing symptoms of norovirus.

Norovirus, sometimes known as the winter vomiting bug, can spread easily through close contact with infected people, contaminated surfaces and food.

Karen Jessop, Chief Nurse at DBTH, said: “Norovirus can spread very quickly, and while many people recover within a few days, it can have a significant impact on patients who are already unwell and receiving hospital care.

 “We understand how important it is for people to visit loved ones, but if you have symptoms of norovirus, please stay away from our hospitals wherever possible and allow at least 48 hours after your symptoms have stopped before returning.”

Symptoms commonly include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach cramps.

 While the virus is often short-lived, it can pose a greater risk to vulnerable patients, particularly those who are already unwell or receiving treatment in hospital.