Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has welcomed the announcement that a consultation will be held on soft opt-out organ donation in the north. The party’s local Health spokesperson said “I welcome the announcement that the … Continue reading Duffy welcomes announcement of soft opt-out organ donation consultation
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has said an all-island approach is required to deal with COVID-19. The local Sinn Féin health spokesperson said: “It is an absolute truth that viruses do not recognise borders; therefore our strategy … Continue reading All-island approach required to deal with Covid, flaws in travel safeguards need addressed –Duffy
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has welcomed the Cumberledge review into mesh implants. Speaking after the publication of the ‘First Do No Harm’, report the local Health spokesperson said: “The ‘First do no Harm’ report … Continue reading Duffy welcomes mesh implants review
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has welcomed the further relaxation of visiting arrangements by the Department of Health. The local health spokesperson said: “The lifting of the blanket ban on visiting coming into effect today … Continue reading Relaxation to visiting restrictions will be a welcome relief for many – Duffy
Sinn Féin Health spokesperson Sandra Duffy said “Blood donation is very important for the proper delivery of health care. Each year thousands of patients require blood transfusions in our hospitals, because they are undergoing surgery, … Continue reading Duffy urges support for local blood donation sessions
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has said that it is deeply concerned that an external contractor had been using the wrong standards for FIT testing for masks to protect workers from COVID-19. The local Health … Continue reading FIT testing failures a deeply concerning -Duffy
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy commenting on the news that the Health Minister Robin Swann has allocated £32,000 for the Community Crisis Intervention Service (CCIS) in Derry. Councillor Duffy said “Finally some good news in … Continue reading CCIS needs permanent funding -Duffy
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has urged the public to be aware of the challenges facing blind and partially sighted people during the COVID-19 pandemic. The local Health spokesperson said: “While the COVID-19 pandemic is … Continue reading Show consideration for blind and partially sighted people during pandemic – Duffy
Speaking today Councillor Sandra Duffy said “Yesterday I stepped down as chairperson of the Policing and Community Safety Partnership after a year in the role. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank the … Continue reading Concerns over future of Derry Crisis Intervention Centre -Duffy
Sinn Féin Councillor Sandra Duffy has raised concerns that inpatient addiction units may face challenges to reopening, including around ensuring social distancing and safe staffing to meet rising levels of need. The local Health spokesperson … Continue reading Addiction services face barriers to reopening when needed most – Duffy
