By law, you have to wear a face covering on public transport, and in:
- shops, including pharmacies
- shopping centres
- libraries
- cinemas and cinema complexes
- theatres
- concert halls
- bingo halls
- museums
- nail salons
- hair salons and barbers
- tattoo and piercing parlours
- travel agents and tour operators
- laundries and dry cleaners
- bookmakers
You should also wear a face covering:
- when staying 2 metres apart from people is difficult
- in a healthcare setting – this includes hospitals, GP surgeries, care settings, nursing homes and dental practices
- when visiting anyone who is more at risk from coronavirus – such as people aged 70 or over or people who are medically vulnerable
- Some people should not or do not have to wear face coverings. See HSE.ie for further information
Face coverings help prevent people who do not know they have the virus from spreading it to others. If you wear one, you should still do the important things necessary to prevent the spread of the virus.
These include:
- social distancing
- covering your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve when you cough and sneeze
- washing your hands properly and often
- not touching your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean
How to wear a face covering
For the latest information on public health guidelines see HSE.ie
Westbury Family Practice continues to look after you and yours in these challenging times. Please call us for an appointment or to arrange a telephone consultation on 021 4231144
