The Hospital is asking people to consider all care options for non-urgent care.
Naas General Hospital has asked people to consider their care options before presenting at the the Emergency Department.
The Hospital has said it's been experiencing high level of attendances and admissions and an increased number of COVID positive patients being cared for in the Hospital.
Management are asking patients with non-emergency conditions to seek assistance from other parts of the health service such as their local Pharmacist or GP.
In a statement the Hospital said: "Unfortunately patients who are presenting at the ED in Naas General Hospital with non-urgent conditions are experiencing lengthy waiting times to be seen.
"Any patient who needs emergency hospital care will be seen and Naas General Hospital would urge such patients not to delay attending the ED.
"Do not delay in seeking medical attention if you suspect you are having a heart attack or stroke, please dial 999 or 112 in an emergency," it said.
The hospital is also reminding the public that if you have to attend the ED in emergency situation;
- ensure you wear a mask,
- practice social distancing and
- ensure you tell the triage personnel if you have any signs/symptoms of Covid-19.
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