A Scottish hospital has suspended new admissions and cancelled visits after an outbreak on the wards. The steps were imposed at Peterhead Community Hospital.The hospital's health board - NHS Grampian - said enhanced cleaning regimes are now in place due to a major flu outbreak.
Several cases of the illness were reported. Aberdeen Live reports, the latest closure comes just days after Chalmers Hospital in Banff also had to suspend admissions and visiting after a similar outbreak.NHS Grampian said in a statement: "We have suspended non-essential visiting at Summers Ward in Peterhead Community Hospital following an outbreak of influenza.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.
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