Covid visiting restrictions further relaxed at Cornwall's hospitals
Patients will be allowed two at a time unless 'exceptional circumstances' arise
Last updated 30th Aug 2022
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals' Trust has confirmed it is easing visiting restrictions, brought in due to a rise in Covid cases.
As of Wednesday 24 August, patients at Treliske, St Michael's in Hayle and the West Cornwall in Penzance are allowed two at a time, as well as CFT community hospitals.
RCHT bosses made the announcement on social media but say the relaxation of restrictions will not include the Emergency Department and admitted rounds.
They are urging people to contact clinical areas a day in advance and anyone with symptoms of coronavirus is being told to stay away.
The RCHT says: "Essentially most areas are now two visitors for an hour a day, which must been arranged in advance to avoid more than two sets of visitors in a bay at any time. There will be differences where there are Covid cases on a ward which again is why it's important to call ahead.
"ED and admitted arounds is just one person accompanying the patient.
"There are also more flexible arrangements in several areas such as maternity, neonatal, paediatrics and in compassionate/exceptional circumstances".
When can I visit a patient in hospital?
The RCHT website states: "New visiting arrangements came into effect on 24th August 2022.
"All patients will be allowed a maximum of two visitors, reduced to one visitor or carer in admitting areas. Visits will be for a maximum of an hour per day. All visits should be arranged in advance".
Visitors must not visit if they have:
Any of the symptoms associated with possible COVID-19.
Feel unwell.
All visitors must:
Use the hand hygiene facilities before and after visiting.
Wear appropriate PPE, for example wear a surgical facemask in areas where staff are required to wear a mask.
"Before visiting, visitors should use the public toilet facilities within the hospital as these will not be available on the ward.
"Arrangements are specific to different areas but follow the same basic principles.
"Visiting outside the specified hours should be made with the ward manager. For example, to allow a relative to be present to break bad news or provide support if the patient has complex needs".
You will find the latest visiting restrictions for Cornwall's hospitals on the RCHT website.