Hywel Dda University Health Board announced that two wards at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen have been closed to new admissions and visitors following separate outbreaks of influenza and scabies.
Ward Closures and Infections at Glangwili Hospital
Healthcare administrators in west Wales restricted access to Steffan Ward and Cadog Ward after confirming the concurrent infections. According to Hywel Dda University Health Board, Steffan Ward is managing an influenza outbreak, while Cadog Ward is dealing with scabies. Both wards remain entirely closed to incoming patients and outside visitors while staff work to contain the transmission.
Did you know? Crusted scabies, a rare and highly contagious form of the condition, previously forced the temporary closure of Steffan Ward at the same facility back in July.
Infection Control and Prevention Measures
Hospital management and the infection prevention and control team deployed immediate mitigation strategies across the Carmarthen site. According to official statements from Hywel Dda University Health Board, these steps include enhanced cleaning protocols, patient isolation where necessary, continuous clinical monitoring, and targeted treatment for affected individuals. Hospital leadership emphasized that the health, safety, and wellbeing of patients, visitors, and staff remain their primary focus.
Guidance for Hospital Visitors
Officials asked the public to exercise caution when visiting other parts of the Glangwili Hospital campus. According to the health board, visitors should only attend the site if they feel completely well and have avoided known contact with scabies cases in the community. Guests must wash their hands frequently and adhere strictly to all ward-specific restrictions currently in place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which wards at Glangwili Hospital are affected?
Steffan Ward and Cadog Ward are affected by the current closures to new admissions and visitors.
What conditions caused the hospital outbreaks?
According to Hywel Dda University Health Board, the closures stem from separate outbreaks of influenza on Steffan Ward and scabies on Cadog Ward.
When will normal visiting hours resume?
The health board stated it is monitoring the situation closely and expects to issue a status update early next week.
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