Latest / Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Dementia Patient's Final Days Under Fire | Cork News
A harrowing video of a healthcare worker verbally abusing an 83-year-old dementia patient, Ita Tobin, has sparked outrage and prompted urgent action from University Hospital Limerick. The footage, captured by another patient in late May or early June 2024, shows the worker calling Ms. Tobin “crazy” and denying her tea — a moment that devastated her family, who only saw it last Monday, just before the first anniversary of her death. HSE Mid West CEO Ian Carter met with Ms. Tobin’s daughter and grandchildren, describing the meeting as “very positive,” while acknowledging the investigation is…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.