Surgeon: Take care to avoid DIY injuries

Dr Aaron Glynn:"It is important to take extra care given the pressure on the health service due to the Covid-19 crisis"

An orthopaedic surgeon has urged people to avoid DIY projects and possible injuries until the health service overcomes the Covid-19 outbreak.

Dr Aaron Glynn, an orthopaedic surgeon at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, has warned people who find themselves at home because of Covid-19 restrictions not to attempt "dangerous work" or DIY projects.