There were many reports in the papers yesterday about the discovery of a potential cure for MRSA. This is particular relevant, given the recent Gerry Robinson TV show on the NHS, and the overcrowding crises we’re seeing in Irish hospitals.
One group working to raise awareness of MRSA, and to seek solutions, is MRSA and Families. The group will be hosting a major conference in the Silver Tassie in Letterkenny on March 2nd and 3rd. They have a number of speakers lined up, including Dr Kevin Kelleher, the Assistant National Director of the HSE with responsibility for Population Health Protection, and Paul Bergervoet, Infection Control Director at Debenter Hospital in Holland.
Further information on MRSA and families is available from their website at wallofsilence.ie, and more information on the conference is available from Rosemary Cassidy. To contact Rosemary, email me and I’ll send you her address.
Update: MRSA will be discussed on tonight’s Late Late Show (Jan 19). MRSA and families will be represented.