Disgraceful: 101-year-old woman left in a trolley for over 24 hours at Tallaght Hospital – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Disgraceful: 101-year-old woman left in a trolley for over 24 hours at Tallaght Hospital




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The state of Irish hospitals does not seem to get any better, despite purported efforts by the Minister for Health and other departments.

Tallaght Hospital has come under severe criticism after it emerged that an elderly patient was left to languish on a trolley for more than 24 hours.

The woman, who has a history of heart problems, arthritis, and other ailments, actually underwent a blood transfusion while on the trolley.

A member of staff was reported as saying that the patient was subjected to a great deal of indignity and discomfort. The trolley was placed in a public area with continuous light and noise, making rest very difficult.

Tallaght Hospital has issued an statement saying that “it sincerely regrets any inconvenience experienced by the patient and the family.”

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