At least 15 Covid-19 outbreaks in Mid-West nursing and care homes 

Killeline nursing home in Newcastle West first reported an outbreak before Christmas after several members of staff tested positive for the virus.

More than 15 outbreaks of Covid-19 in long-term care facilities and nursing homes are been managed or investigated in the Mid-West region, according to the Department of Public Health Mid-West.

“This is in addition to investigating separate cases at a number of facilities across Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary,” a spokesperson said.