UHG warns of delays as Emergency Department sees surge in attendances
Tue, Apr 28, 2026
University Hospital Galway has warned of long wait times for admissions and the postponement of some elective procedures this week due to high numbers of patients attending the hospital's Emergency Department.
The Emergency Department is extremely busy this week, with high numbers of people attending the department who need to be admitted to hospital for ongoing treatment.
A total of 323 people attended the Emergency Department yesterday (Monday). As of this morning, there are 29 patients on trolleys in the Emergency Department, 22 patients on ward trolleys, and an additional 38 patients in surge areas.
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