Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, has introduced visitor restrictions amid an increase in the number of people presenting with flu, respiratory symptoms and Norovirus (the winter vomiting bug).
These restrictions will remain in place until further notice.
HSE Dublin and South East has reported a rise in patients attending with flu and respiratory illnesses, as well as cases of Norovirus, leading to the implementation of tightened visiting measures at the hospital.
Under the new arrangements, visiting will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances and must be agreed in advance with the clinical nurse manager or nurse in charge.
Visiting on compassionate grounds will continue to be facilitated for critically ill and end-of-life patients.
Hospital management and staff sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank the public for their cooperation and understanding. They emphasise that these measures are necessary to protect vulnerable patients and to limit the spread of infection.
This move follows visitor limitations already in place at Wexford General Hospital and increased infection control measures at St Luke’s General Hospital, Carlow/Kilkenny.
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