16-year-old Aoife Johnston's death at UHL awaiting sepsis assessment raises possible statutory inquiry under Health Minister Stephen Donnelly.

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has not dismissed the possibility of a statutory inquiry into the 2022 death of 16-year-old Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick. Aoife died after a 12-hour wait for sepsis assessment, with treatment delayed by 13 hours despite protocols recommending treatment within one hour. Donnelly acknowledged the lengthy nature of such inquiries while indicating a willingness to discuss concerns with Aoife's parents, who seek accountability.

October 06, 2024
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