Trolley Crisis Hits Irish Hospitals | Cork News

Hospital trolley crises hit record levels last June, with University Hospital Limerick overwhelmed by nearly 1,800 patients waiting for beds — a stark warning that Ireland’s healthcare system is buckling under pressure. Even as new beds open, advocates demand a new hospital in Limerick, while Cork and Ennis hospitals also saw historic surges. Nurses and midwives are exhausted, facing daily overcrowding and heatwave risks, with a 10% year-on-year spike in trolley patients. The HSE’s different counting methods don’t ease concerns — temporary beds are failing to deliver safe care, leading to canceled procedures and a looming staffing crisis. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/29706fafbc2614f5