HSE asks public to use A&E for genuine emergencies only amid increased demand

The HSE has asked the public to use the emergency department in Limerick for genuine emergencies only, amid increased demand for services.

Sat, 08 Feb, 2014 - 08:55

The HSE has asked the public to use the emergency department in Limerick for genuine emergencies only, amid increased demand for services.

The reminder from the Health service comes as The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation said that University Hospital Limerick's emergency department is in "utter chaos".

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