News · 30 March 2026

East Surrey Hospital limits visitors after norovirus

Visiting has been restricted to East Surrey Hospital wards due to a widespread norovirus outbreak. On Monday, the trust that runs East Surrey Hospital announced a critical incident, citing high demand and staff sickness. People who have had diarrhoea or vomiting in the last 48 hours must not attend the Redhill hospital site.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 March 2026 at 23:36

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