An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business
Seanad Éireann — 2025-02-26
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Mark Duffy (FG), Labour Panel

I am speaking with the permission of the family. I thank the Cathaoirleach for his contribution. The situation they are asking to be highlighted and addressed relates to a second opinion. Crumlin children's hospital has stated that it cannot operate on Mike Henry. The family is desperate for a second opinion. I am asking that we write to the Minister for Health so we can discuss the matter. I am making representations offline. I am asking that we fight for Mike Henry in this difficult situation for his family. All they want is a second opinion other than the assessment of those in Crumlin children's hospital. They are seeking a second opinion from abroad, perhaps from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children or specialists in the US. I ask that we write to the Minister on the issue. I will do whatever I can to support this family. I hope we can at least give the family some hope in what is an extremely difficult situation.

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Sitting date: 2025-02-26