'Not to visit' warning issued as Irish hospital battles outbreak of Covid-19
Wexford General Hospital is currently managing an outbreak of Covid-19 in 'some wards'.
Services at the hospital are not affected and visiting is being permitted, however, the situation will remain under review by management.
Hospital officials are asking members of the public 'not to visit' the hospital if they are experiencing respiratory and/or Covid-19 symptoms.
The wearing of masks may be required in areas of the 280-bed hospital, which provides inpatient, outpatient, day care, outreach and emergency services.
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