Mr. Kelly expressed his frustration regarding the issues at the emergency department, sharing that he had spoken frequently about improving facilities, stating, 'I've direct experience of this currently. My own dad is in UHL for the last four weeks.' His personal involvement highlights the human impact of overcrowding in hospitals, illustrating how it affects not just patients but their families.
Kelly noted the conflicting statements from key health figures regarding the timeline for a new nine-bed hospital block, questioning, 'Which date is accurate? The people of the Midwest need to know.' This reveals a gap in communication that exacerbates public concern over ongoing health care issues.
In response to Kelly's plea, Taoiseach acknowledged the severity of the situation, saying, 'I appreciate the importance of the point you are making, I'll ask the Minister for Health to provide you with the timeline.' His comment emphasizes the necessity of urgent and clear communication from health officials to the public regarding hospital facilities.
Referring to his father's difficulties, Kelly told the Dáil, 'I had to convince an 85-year-old crying man, my own father, to actually go in, because of all the reports in relation to the hospital.' This sentiment underscores the emotional stress faced by families dealing with health care systems in crisis.
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