HSE is conducting external reviews into delivery of nine babies at Ballinasloe hospital
Women who stopped to talk outside Portiuncula hospital in Ballinasloe on Friday had praise for its maternity unit, though expressed “huge sympathy” for the families of nine babies whose deliveries are now being
Voicing pride in the 220-bed hospital, several wondered whether developments were a precursor by the HSE to closing maternity services and ultimately downgrading the facility. Some local people expressed concern that the controversy would be used to move maternity services to another hospital, thereby downgrading Portiuncula. However, the HSE has indicated no such intention. Its chief executive, Bernard Gloster, said on Friday that since the review was announced, “I’m absolutely satisfied the level of assurance has absolutely increased” regarding the quality of services.
“I was 16 when I had my first child in there and they were more than good to me, especially for a mother who was underage. They were more than helpful and kind.” She had heard about the safety concerns but reiterated: “Personally I never had a problem ever, going in for a scan or an appointment or anything.”
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