South Tipperary Hospital Impose Visitor Restrictions

South Tipperary General Hospital

South Tipperary General, in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary have stated that restrictions imposed, in respect of all visitors are to strictly remain in place. This regulation is due to a serious outbreak of influenza at the medical facility.

Family members visiting relatives and in particular, children; will be prohibited from the Clonmel facility and the normal general visiting to all wards will be strictly prohibited, apart from very exceptional circumstances.

All infection control measures are confirmed, by the facilities management, as being in place, with every effort being made to contain the spread of the dangerous virus.

Those outside the hospital experiencing flu-like symptoms are now advised to make contact with their own medical practitioner, by phone in the first instance, and to avoid presenting themselves at hospital Emergency Departments.