The Western Health and Social Care Trust says it continues to provide support to Letterkenny General Hospital, and continues to accept critically ill patients from the Letterkenny catchment.
In a statement this afternoon, the trust says since Friday, Altnagelvin has received in excess of 100 blue light patients, and admitted 41.
We understand the bulk of emergency cases from Letterkenny General Hospital are now being diverted to Sligo, with only critical cases being sent to Derry.
On today’s Shaun Doherty Show, Sligo Emergency Department Consultant Fergal Hickey said a situation could develop where the pressure alternates between Sligo and Derry for a number of weeks.
He says by tomorrow, his department could be under very serious pressure……….
Meanwhile, The Department of Psychiatry at Letterkenny General Hospital is now offering a reduced admission service from this morning.
Local GPs have been notified, and will liaise with the local Community Mental Health Teams to arrange assessments and admissions as necessary.
The HSE statement in full :
The Department of Psychiatry at Letterkenny General Hospital will offer a reduced admission service to the unit from this morning, Tuesday 30 July. Local GPs have been notified and will liaise with the local Community Mental Health Teams to arrange assessments and admissions as necessary.
Donegal Mental Health Service Management team regrets any inconvenience caused over this weekend and is endeavouring to maintain service delivery. “We would like to acknowledge the ongoing support of the public during the management of this flood incident. If members of the public have any queries or concerns, they should contact their local GP, Out of Hours (NoWDOC service), or the Department of Psychiatry at 087 6182621.
The Director of Nursing, Mr Kevin Mills added, “On behalf of the Donegal Mental Health Service, I would like to acknowledge the support offered by all staff and the local community on Friday evening and throughout the weekend.”
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