A ban on visitors has been put in place at a County Waterford nursing home due to an outbreak of the flu.
The management at Dunabbey House in Dungarvan has prohibited all visiting to the unit after cases of influenza were confirmed in the facility.
The HSE’s South East Community Healthcare services are appealing for the public’s cooperation as the ban is in place in the interest of residents care and a precaution to prevent infection to other staff and visitors.
Dunabbey House regrets this inconvenience but it is necessary at this time to prevent the spread of these illnesses to both residents and staff.
Where appropriate, mobile phone contact between families has been advised as an alternative to visiting.
Should there be any concerns or issues for residents or family, then contact should be made with the Director of Nursing to discuss.
The visiting ban at Dunabbey House will be reviewed daily and residents and families will be advised accordingly.
