Dervilla Ruttledge's emotional journey during her father's hospital stay was marked by fear and confusion as she encountered what felt like the 'horrific' consequences of the pandemic. The experience encapsulated the trauma families faced in wave one of COVID-19, where uncertainties loomed and personal connections were painfully disrupted.
Seeing her father in a hospital bed, she described the moment as surreal and gave voice to the struggles families went through, highlighting instances where loved ones were isolated during their toughest times. The pain of not being able to provide immediate support due to health restrictions added to an already heavy emotional burden.
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