Only essential visits will be allowed across NHS Forth Valley.
The move by health board comes after a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in hospitals.
NHS Forth Valley say the move will be in place with immediate effect.
Only essential visits such as end of life care, patients with mental health conditions and to accompany patients for safety reasons will be permitted.
Community Hospitals and mental health facilities are allowing two visitors.
Rise in foodbank support this Christmas
A Stirling foodbank say they'll be helping around 1,000 people over the festive period.
Major deal for Grangemouth plastics factory
The UK Government is to invest £120 million in a support package for the UK's last ethylene plant in Grangemouth.
Call for more support for ASN pupils
There are calls for greater support for pupils across the Forth Valley with additional needs.
Petition for Tillicoultry RAAC homeowners
A petition is being presented at Westminster, calling for support and compensation for RAAC-affected homeowners in Tillicoultry.
Redundancies at University of Stirling
175 staff members at the University have left as part of a voluntary redundancy scheme.