Some surgeries postponed at Mullingar hospital

All Outpatient Department and Elective surgeries have been postponed in the Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar.

In a statement, the Ireland East Hospital Group said the hospital is contacting patients directly to reschedule these appointments at the earliest possible convenience. 

The statement said: "Regional Hospital Mullingar would like to apologise to all those affected by these cancellations. They also ask for the public’s patience at this important time."