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Neonatal Unit in Crisis | Cork News
A neonatal unit at University Hospital Limerick is in dire straits, caring for up to 23 premature babies despite being designed for just 19, with staffing slashed by 35 since 2024 and eight beds closed—creating a life-threatening crisis for vulnerable infants. The INMO warns current levels make safe care impossible, citing outdated agreements and lack of communication from the HSE, while hospital staff struggle under pressure from high caesarean rates and no immediate relief despite promised graduate hires. Urgent action is demanded before lives are lost. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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