Raigmore with just one ward left affected by norovirus
7C joins wards 2C and 6C in re-opening
Three wards have now re-opened after the recent norovirus outbreak at Raigmore Hospital, as NHS Highland bid to tackle the final area which has been struck by the so-called "winter vomiting bug"
Ward 7C re-opened on Tuesday following a period of closure due to diarrhoea and vomiting.
The medical ward, which closed to new admissions and visitors on Monday 22nd February because of a norovirus outbreak, was able to reopen following a deep clean and is now fully operational.
A total of 22 patients were affected on the ward during the outbreak.
Ward 2A remains closed to new admissions and visiting is suspended due to norovirus.
Norovirus, which causes diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting, spreads in the air where someone has had diarrhoea or vomited and is extremely infectious. It is important that everyone plays their part in reducing outbreak risks.
Norovirus, which causes diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting, spreads in the air where someone has had diarrhoea or vomited and is extremely infectious.
There is no specific treatment for a norovirus infection and it is not usually necessary to visit a doctor. The best course of action is to stay at home and to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. People should also adhere to strict hand washing techniques to reduce the spread of the virus.