West Cornwall Hospital Penzance closed to new admissions
One of Cornwall's hospitals has closed its doors to new admissions - thought to be as a result of an outbreak of coronavirus. A spokesperson for the Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust confirmed that the West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance would not be taking in new patients for the time being. She said: "West Cornwall Hospital has put new admissions on hold. "Covid is continuing to circulate in the local community and this is a stark reminder of the need for everyone to follow restrictions, minimise contacts, keep a distance, wear face coverings and wash hands regularly.” It comes as f...