Due to an outbreak of the winter vomiting bug (Norovirus) and COVID-19, Sligo University Hospital is appealing to the public to comply with the current visiting restrictions that are in place at the hospital.
The hospital is currently dealing with a Norovirus outbreak impacting four wards and a COVID-19 outbreak impacting one ward.
Visitors to the affected wards will be facilitated on compassionate grounds, on an exceptional basis only. To arrange a visit on compassionate grounds, please contact the relevant ward manager in advance.
Visitors are requested to cooperate with hospital staff who are ensuring the restrictions are adhered to and visitors are also advised that they must use the alcohol hand gels supplied as they enter and leave the hospital. Infection control procedures are in place on the wards and will remain until further notice.
Anyone with symptoms of diarrhoea and/or vomiting or symptoms like a sore throat, cough, temperature or shortness of breath are being asked not to visit the hospital to help keep vulnerable patients safe.
These measures are vital to avoid spreading the virus to patients, visitors and staff and the hospital would like to thank the public for their co-operation at this time.
