Medic warns of 'surprising' number of unvaccinated patients in hospitals

Cork-based consultant Professor Seamus O'Reilly said issues with ICU bed capacity may see complex surgeries defferred

Medics have voiced concern about the rising number of people with respiratory problems at GP clinics and the "surprising" proportion of patients in hospital who are not vaccinated. 

Cork-based consultant Professor Seamus O'Reilly said the impact of the surge in Covid-19 cases is being felt across the hospital system, with emergency departments full and Intensive Care Units nearing capacity.