The winter vomiting virus is known to
be affecting the local community, prompting
an important appeal from the Royal Berkshire Hospital.
We have a small number of patients who
have displayed the symptoms of the virus and we are anxious to take
all possible steps to ensure its effects are minimised. We would
also remind visitors to the hospital that they too have a vital
role to play.
Over the past week a number of people have been unwell while
visiting relatives and friends and we wish to stress our message
for people to stay away if they have any of the symptoms. It is
important that anyone who has suffered from sickness or diarrhoea –
or feels unwell - does not to come into the hospital until at least
48 hours after the end of the symptoms.
The patients you intended to visit will understand - and
appreciate you staying away until you are fully recovered. Visitors
should also remember to use the hand cleansing facilities before
coming into wards and again when they leave.
Everyone needs to play their part in ensuring that we protect
our patients from the virus. In the home and the workplace people
can help protect themselves from becoming a victim of the virus by
exercising sensible precautions - particularly remembering to wash
their hands properly with soap and water before preparing food and
after visiting the toilet.