Advertisement

Children awaiting spinal surgery to be treated abroad

Dozens of children requiring spinal surgeries will be offered an opportunity to get their treatme...

Share this article

11.35 19 Jul 2024


Children awaiting spinal surgery to be treated abroad


Listen to this episode


Share this article

11.35 19 Jul 2024


Dozens of children requiring spinal surgeries will be offered an opportunity to get their treatment overseas by the Department of Health.

It is understood a number of outsourcing agreements are being finalised and families will have their accommodation and flights organised and paid for by the Department.

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly flew to the United States in the past week to meet directly with clinicians and inspect hospitals.

Andrea is joined by families who may potentially avail of this treatment, as well as those with previous experiences, to discuss.


Read more about

Lunchtime Live Highlights

Related Episodes

Winners and Sinners

00:28:48

Winners and Sinners

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:28:48


Will Ireland beat Scotland in...

00:07:44

Will Ireland beat Scotland in the Women’s Six Nations?

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:07:44


You Are What You Eat: Getting...

00:18:51

You Are What You Eat: Getting Kids to Enjoy Food

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:18:51


Weekend Sport with Mick McCart...

00:08:17

Weekend Sport with Mick McCarthy

The Hard Shoulder Highlights

00:08:17