The Mater Hospital in Dublin has cancelled most outpatient appointments to focus on ‘essential’ services from today.
The move effectively means that all elective surgeries will not go ahead until further notice.
Visitor restrictions are also in place.
The coronavirus crisis is quickly escalating in the country, as the Taoiseach ordered all schools, creches, and colleges to be closed from tomorrow until March 29 at least.
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