News - visiting restrictions

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.

Jun 23, 2024 13:19

Hospital management are appealing to the public not to visit if they have any symptoms of either virus as it can put patients at risk.

Jun 18, 2024 17:38

The virus was detected at the facility over leading to the hospital enacting their Covid-19 outbreak procedures.

May 31, 2023 13:09

Visits must be pre-arranged.

Dec 21, 2022 17:57

People are being advised if they have any symptoms of Covid to stay away.

Jul 5, 2022 12:11

Visitors are still asked to wear face masks.

May 16, 2022 17:07

The hospital is under significant pressure in wards and at its ED.

Feb 28, 2022 14:43

Visitors are still requested to wear masks when attending the hospital

Feb 18, 2022 13:34

The hospital is concerned over rising Covid cases in the community.

Jan 7, 2022 16:59

The hospital has seen high levels of covid positive patients, along with high trolley numbers at the facility's ED.

Sep 1, 2021 17:59

Families have raised concerns that facilities are enacting their own restrictions instead of following national HSE rules.

Aug 23, 2021 09:27

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