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Midlands Hospital "Extremely Busy" Today

Monday, 18 December 2023 11:15

Photo credit: Google Maps

Patients are being asked to consider their options before attending.

Patients are being asked to consider their options before attending a midlands hospital today.

Regional Hospital Mullingar says its Adult Emergency Department is extremely busy.

Patients who are over 16 years with the following injuries can also attend the Minor Injury Unit located at Charter Medical Private Hospital in Ballinderry, Mullingar:

• Suspected broken bones to arm (from collar bone to fingertip)

• Suspected broken bones in legs (from knees to toes)

• Sprains and strains

• Wounds, bites (animal or insect) cuts, grazes and scalp laceration

• Minor burns and scalds

• Foreign bodies

• Minor chest injuries

Patients attending the ED, who require urgent care, will be prioritised.

Hospital Management would like to thank the public for their support and understanding during this period.

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