Cork's Mercy Hospital asks public to seek alternative care as A&E numbers surge

The hospital said it has implemented its escalation policy to deal with the high number of attendees at the ED and said while the ED remains open 24/7, it is regrettable that patients will experience delays. Picture: Denis Scannell

There are delays at the Mercy University Hospital's (MUH) emergency department (ED) after a surge in presentations.

The hospital has now issued an appeal to members of the public who need less urgent treatment to go elsewhere for medical attention, if possible.