Coronavirus in Ireland – Two healthcare workers die in Kilkenny and virus kills 8 in Laois spotlight over the weekend – The Irish Sun

[ad_1] two Two health workers at St Luke’s Hospital in Kilkenny have died from Covid-19, the hospital confirmed. A spokesperson for the Eastern Ireland Hospital Group said tonight that two St. Luke’s healthcare workers died after testing positive for coronavirus. ⚠️ Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news and updates two Nursing homes … Read more

85 health workers seek to get out of direct provision

[ad_1] The Irish Refugee Council (IRC) has been contacted by 85 healthcare workers who live on Provision Direct and are looking to move. The Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed that these asylum seekers can now apply for temporary accommodation under a health worker scheme. Most work in nursing homes and are concerned about continuing … Read more

Tributes to coronavirus victims and frontline workers

[ad_1] Heritage sites, public buildings, people’s windowsills, and U.S. embassies to Africa lit up on Saturday in a show of solidarity with healthcare and other front-line workers. Neighbors with candles spilled on the streets and balconies across the island at 9 p.m. response to the #ShineYourLight call, which was also made in memory of the … Read more