Dr Kerr said she had arranged for Mrs Ward to visit a rapid access clinic and X-rays of her sinuses came back clear.

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"Any family member or visitor who may have concerns about whether it is appropriate to visit a loved one should contact the ward concerned in advance and discuss their particular circumstances with a senior member of the nursing team, " he said.

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During the first visit, pediatric dentists evaluate the child and ward off risks.

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Ward, 57, takes his side into Tuesday's visit of Hartlepool on the back of eight games without a win and hopes the match will help to clear the doom.

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But when they went to visit, family members repeatedly chased them away, according to Tomoko Iwamatsu, an Adachi ward official.

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Patients and visitors to the hospital who need to visit for long periods are still eligible for reduced parking rates at the discretion of the ward or clinic sister.

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