Craigavon Hospital Ward Closed after Covid-19 Outbreak

The Haematology ward at Craigavon Hospital has been closed to admissions and visitors following a second cluster of Covid-19 in the Hospital.

One member of staff has tested positive and 3 close staff contacts are self-isolating as a precaution. 12 patients on the Haematology ward have also been tested, 5 of these patients tested positive and 1 further haematology in-patient identified.

Trust staff are working closely with the Public Health Agency to manage the situation and the safety of both patients and staff remains a priority.

There will be no routine visiting to the ward until further notice unless in exceptional circumstances although virtual visiting by telephone or tablet device is available on request by contacting 077 7651 6419 between 9am and 5pm.

A statement from the Trust added "Covid-19 is rising again in our community. We urgently appeal to everyone to wash their hands, cover their face maintain social distancing."