Hospital bosses have confirmed a norovirus outbreak at Royal Preston Hospital.
A ward has been closed to help prevent the spread of infection.
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust says strict measures are in place.
The outbreak is also affecting A&E waiting times.
Anyone with symptoms is being told to stay away until fully recovered.

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