Irish paramedics have reached 'breaking point' amid a huge surge in demand on the health service, their trade union said
Irish paramedics have reached 'breaking point' amid a huge surge in demand as flu, Covid and other illnesses wreak havoc on the health service, their trade union has said
They also said the increased numbers attending A&E's across the country has "severely impacted turn-around times" leaving ambulance crews waiting hours to hand over their patients. This comes as the number of people waiting on trolleys in hospital corridors reached record levels this week, with 931 people on trolleys.
"Some paramedics have reported working several hours beyond the end of their 12-hour shifts which is leading to burnout. In addition to this, they are now being requested to work additional hours to assist with the current upsurge of activity being reported across the health service."
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