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.

Accrington man jailed for controlling and coercive behaviour
'I dipped my toes in at local swimming spots – now I'm swimming the English Channel'
Hundreds of hazardous counterfeit toys seized in Blackpool
Antisocial behaviour crackdown to be introduced in Chorley town centre
Blackpool and Fylde coast parks earn prestigious Green Flag Award


