‘Extreme concern’ as record breaking 908,519 sick patients on hospital waiting lists in Ireland – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

‘Extreme concern’ as record breaking 908,519 sick patients on hospital waiting lists in Ireland




“Extreme concern” as Record breaking 908,519 sick patients on hospital waiting lists in Ireland. “Every single one of these represents a person and a family seeking healthcare, often while experiencing pain, suffering, and the psychological distress”.

Latest figures from the Health Service Executive (HSE) have shown a complete collapse in service provision in Irelands health system.

With 764,162 patients waiting for either out-patient, endoscopy, or in-patient care, a further 144,357 patients are on lists for patients who have a date or an indicative date. That’s a total of 908,519 sick patients on waiting lists across the country.

The Irish Hospital Consultants Association (IHCA) said its members view the latest figures with “extreme concern” reports the IRISH EXAMINER.

“Every single one of these represents a person and a family seeking healthcare, often while experiencing pain, suffering, and the psychological distress at not knowing when they will be able to receive treatment,” said IHCA vice president Rob Landers.

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