BREAKING: Visiting restrictions lifted at St Luke's Hospital in Kilkenny

St Luke's General Hospital has announced the lifting of Covid-19 visiting restrictions after almost three weeks of the measures.

In a statement released this afternoon, the hospital said:

"St Luke’s General Hospital, Carlow/Kilkenny can confirm that the hospital is now in a position to lift COVID visiting restrictions in certain areas. However, visitor restrictions will continue for four wards (Medical 1, Medical 2, Surgical 1, Barrow Ward) which will be limited to one visitor per patient for 30 minutes. 

For other wards, visiting restrictions will be lifted and visiting times will revert to 2pm – 4pm, 6.30pm – 8.30pm. It is important to note that all visitors will be required to wear face masks in all clinical wards."

The statement concluded by saying: "The Hospital management and staff would like to reiterate their thanks to the public of Kilkenny and Carlow for their patience and understanding at this time."

For further information you can contact St Luke's General Hospital on 056 778 5000.