PIF Categories: Infection Control
Monkeypox patient information
This information is correct at time of publishing. Monkeypox guidance may change so please check nhs.uk and gov.uk for the most current information. Please make a note of your local […]
Coronavirus COVID-19
Coronaviruses are a group of common viruses which are found across the world. COVID-19 emerged in 2019 as a new coronavirus and caused the global pandemic. Symptoms of COVID-19 coronavirus […]
While you’re in isolation
Find out more about why we may move you to a single room during your hospital stay.
Salmonella (food poisoning)
Find out more about food poisoning, who is at greater risk and what you can do to avoid it.
Patient screening and what to expect
Find out more about what organisms we screen for and what to expect when we admit you to hospital.
Panton-Valentine Leukocidin (PVL) Staphylococcus aureus
Find out more about PVL, what illnesses it can cause and how you can treat it.
Diarrhoea and vomiting caused by Norovirus – a guide
Find out more about what causes Norovirus, and what patients and visitors must do to help prevent spreading it.
MRSA – information for visitors
Find out more about MRSA and what you can do as a visitor to help prevent spreading it.
MRSA suppression therapy
Find out more about the treatments and medicines used to reduce MRSA bacteria on your skin.