To help prevent the spread of winter viruses such as Covid-19, influenza and norovirus (winter vomiting bug), and to protect our patients and staff, please do not visit patients in our hospitals if you have: flu-like symptoms (cough, fever, cold); Covid-19 or influenza, or any other infections; diarrhoea and/or vomiting within the last two days.

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Policies and procedures

We have many policies and procedures to ensure the safe running of our hospital and its services. They cover issues such as the employment of our staff, health and safety, managing risks and specific policies relating to the care of our patients. 

Our policies are designed to ensure that there are no negative impacts on any person because of their:

  • gender
  • marital status
  • race
  • disability
  • sexual orientation
  • religion/belief
  • any other characteristic. 


Your feedback on any of our policies is very much welcomed. Please contact PALS to make any suggestions:

Telephone: 01284 712555
Email: PALS@wsh.nhs.uk