Irish hospitals prepare for surge in January as Covid-19 cases increase

The Irish authorities are preparing for a surge in hospital admissions in January following an increase in Covid-19 and flu cases.ealth Service Executive head Stephen Mulvany said significant pressures are expected over the next 14 weeks, particularly on emergency departments.The increase in Covid-19 cases was described as "relatively modest", a 5% increase week on week, but a "call to arms" to take appropriate precautions.

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