Covid-19: Simon Harris announces new nursing home supports

The Health Minister said every step must be taken to protect elderly people who are vulnerable in nursing homes.
Covid-19: Simon Harris announces new nursing home supports
Health Minister Simon Harris said:"The nursing home sector cares for one of the most precious, and vulnerable groups in our society." File picture.
Sat, 04 Apr, 2020 - 15:33
Ciarán Sunderland

The Minister for Health, Simon Harris, has introduced a number of new measures for nursing homes in Ireland amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Twice-daily staff screening measures will begin in nursing homes while COVID-19 testing will be prioritised for nursing home staff.

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