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If you have a new continuous cough, a high temperature, or a loss or change to your sense of taste or smell, do not come to our hospitals. Follow the national advice on coronavirus (COVID-19).
Please find information on our services and visiting restrictions in our COVID-19 section.
Patients and visitors must wear a face covering in our hospitals.
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Smoking increases the chance of heart and chest complications: please, do not smoke from the time you read this, as even a short period without smoking will reduce the risk.
If there is food or liquid in your stomach during your anaesthetic, it could cause choking or serious damage to your lungs. Food includes soup, milk, sweets and chewing gum.
If you have a cold or are unwell, please do not come to hospital but let us know as soon as possible so that we can rearrange your surgery.