A ban on hospital visitors due to a norovirus outbreak will continue for now, despte 'early signs of improvement'.
Restrictions were first introduced at most hospitals across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan two weeks ago following an increase in cases.
The Cardiff and Vale health board says it's "not yet in a position to safely ease" the visiting restrictions, because of a number of patients remain symptomatic.
The ban, which does not affect outpatient appointments, will be reviewed again early next week.
A CAVUHB spokesperson said on Friday night: "Due to the ongoing impact of the Norovirus outbreak across several of our hospital sites, we continue to experience patients who develop Norovirus, ward closures and reduced bed availability."
They added: "Our priority remains the safety and wellbeing of our patients, staff, and visitors."
"Jason Roberts, executive director of nursing, acknowledges how difficult these visiting restrictions are for patients and their loved ones."
"He stresses that this decision has not been taken lightly, but is necessary to minimise the spread of infection and to protect patients and staff, receiving and delivering care."
In the Vale, the ban affects both Barry and Llandough hospitals, including the mental health unit at Hafan y Coed.
The Noah's Ark Children's Hospital at UHW in Cardiff is still allowing visitors, with exemptions being made elsewhere for birthing partners and patients who are critically ill or receiving end of life care.

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