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Serial Covid testing to recommence in nursing homes nationwide

Nov 5, 2021 17:55
By Shannonside News
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Serial Covid testing to recommence in nursing homes nationwide

As case numbers rise, the situation in nursing homes has been highlighted as a concern.

The Health Minister has told the HSE to restart full serial testing for Covid-19 in nursing homes.

Stephen Donnelly says about 4,000 Covid cases will be reported this evening.

464 Covid patients are in hospital today, up six from yesterday, while the ICU figure is down 14, to 76.

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Speaking to Shannonside FM in Roscommon today, Minister Donnelly says the situation is worrying and the government's responding:

 

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