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Outbreak of Norovirus and Covid-19 reported at Sligo hospital

Jun 23, 2024 13:19
By Shannonside News
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Outbreak of Norovirus and Covid-19 reported at Sligo hospital

Visiting to the affected wards is limited to compassionate grounds only, with arrangements needed in advance with the ward nurse manager.

Visiting restrictions remain in place at Sligo University Hospital due an outbreak of Norovirus and Covid-19.
The hospital is currently dealing with a norovirus outbreak impacting two wards, with COVID-19 impacting two further wards.

Visiting to the affected wards is limited to compassionate grounds only, with arrangements needed in advance with the ward nurse manager.
Hospital management are appealing to the public not to visit if they have any symptoms of either virus, as both conditions can have a major effect on the health of a patient.
Those attending the hospital are urged to wear facemasks and use hand sanitizer stations across the facility.

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