Alert for staff to attend psychiatric unit at Craigavon Hospital

An alert has been issued for staff to attend the psychiatric unit at Craigavon Hospital this evening.
By Carmel Robinson
Published 19th Mar 2023, 22:09 BST
Updated 19th Mar 2023, 22:09 BST
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On social media the Southern Health and Social Care Trust said tonight

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"We ask if any mental health nurses or health care assistants are available to work in the Bluestone Unit tonight.

Urgent staff call to the Bluestone Unit, Craigavon Hospital, Co Armagh.Urgent staff call to the Bluestone Unit, Craigavon Hospital, Co Armagh.
Urgent staff call to the Bluestone Unit, Craigavon Hospital, Co Armagh.

Please contact the bed co-ordinator on 07799629439

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It follows a very difficult weekend for Craigavon Hospital Emergency Department and also the Bluestone Unit.

Concerns were raised to a councillor regarding the ability of local services to deal with those in need.

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Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council member Cllr Julie Flaherty said: “This is saddening. My heart goes out to staff and patients. I am worried for all concerned.”

Cllr Flaherty said: “I am extremely concerned about those who are struggling with their mental health and also those nurses and doctors who are helping them.

"Something needs to be done to help those in crisis and those who are helping them.”

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