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Altnagelvin Hospital ‘extremely busy’ this afternoon, says Western Trust

written by cassoscoop October 12, 2020
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Altnagelvin Hospital extremely busy this afternoon

THE public are asked to only go to Altnagelvin Hospital today if it is an emergency.

The Western Trust says the hospital’s emergency department is “extremely busy” at present and is askin the public to seek alternative treatment elsewhere either with their doctor or pharmacy.

Altnagelvin Hospital also currently has 31 Covid positive patients.

Five of those patients are in intensive care.

The Trust says: “Our Emergency Department at Altnagelvin Hospital is extremely busy this afternoon.

“There are currently 73 people in the ED and 26 waiting to be admitted.

“Please only come to our ED if you have a medical or mental health emergency.

“Please consider other appropriate healthcare options available to you, such as your local Pharmacy or GP.

“If you are attending our Emergency Department, you must:

🔴 Attend alone. Children or vulnerable adults can be accompanied by one person

🔴 Wear a Face Mask at all times

🔴 Social distance from others

🔴 Sanitise your hands

🔴 Respect our staff and the guidance they give you.

“Thank you for your patience and cooperation.”

Altnagelvin Hospital ‘extremely busy’ this afternoon, says Western Trust was last modified: October 12th, 2020 by cassoscoop

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