Visiting restrictions introduced at Nenagh hospital

Visiting restriction have been introduced at Nenagh Hospital today, April 17 due to outbreaks of COVID-19 on both inpatient wards at the hospital.

UL Hospital Group say:

"We regret the inconvenience this will cause for inpatients at Nenagh Hospital and their loved ones, but the restrictions are necessary to protect the safety of patients and staff and to keep essential healthcare services open for all patients."

Exceptions to the restrictions will be made on compassionate grounds for patients who are critically ill or at end-of-life, and for people assisting confused patients (e.g., patients with dementia).

These exemptions are applicable on a case-by-case basis.

"We wish to reassure patients and their loved ones that all appropriate infection control precautions are being followed to minimise the risk of spreading COVID-19 infection among staff and patients within our health facilities, and also within the wider community," said the group.