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08 Apr 2026

Kilkenny hospital issues update on visiting restrictions

Restrictions that were in place since February have now been lifted at St Luke’s General Hospital

Kilkenny hospital issues update on visiting restrictions

St Luke's General Hospital, Kilkenny

St Luke’s General Hospital in Kilkenny has reopened for visiting this week after restrictions had been in place to curb the spread of a norovirus outbreak.

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Visiting hours have returned to between 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm while visitors will be asked to wear surgical masks in all clinical areas of the hospital.

The management and staff at the hospital extended their thanks to the public for their co-operation and understanding during the recent restrictions.

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