Hospital tightens restrictions amid rising COVID and flu levels

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Several hospitals around Melbourne have tightened their mask and visiting rules amid a sharp spike in COVID and flu cases.

Caller Nicki was told on Tuesday that she was now barred from visiting a parent at a Western Health-managed hospital as a result of the added measures.

Press PLAY to hear Nicki explain what happened + the full statement from Western Health 

Western Health Chief Operating Officer John Ferraro later confirmed to 3AW Drive that temporary visiting restrictions have been introduced as winter flu season begins.

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