Clare’s Senator insist that sight loss advisers should be obligatory in all the hospital groups across the country.
Martin Conway, who is partially sighted, wants to see these dedicated officers employed to ensure there is early intervention for those suffering sight loss.
The Department of Health has assured the Seanad that access officers are in place in acute hospitals, while saying communication with patients is key in ensuring accessibility to services.
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Ennistymon Fine Gael Senator Conway, who will be one of those looking for a Dáil seat for his party in the next election, says it’s hugely important to get the right treatment as early as possible.
