Hospital emergency department is 'extremely busy'

The Emergency Department at Regional Hospital Mullingar is extremely busy today, Wednesday, the hospital has reported.

It is asking people who do not need urgent treatment that there will be significant delays and long waiting times and is encouraging these patients to consider all care options including your GP, GP Out of Hours and Pharmacy services.

A statement said: "As always, the hospital will see and treat the sickest patients and those requiring urgent care first.

Do not delay attending the hospital if you or someone else may be having a heart attack, stroke or other serious medical emergency. Call 999/112 for immediate assistance."

The hospital thanked people for their cooperation and support for staff who are working incredibly hard during this challenging time.