Waterford hospital ward could reopen on phased basis

A group campaigning to have a Waterford hospital ward reopened has been advised that admissions may recommence on a phased basis by September.

The Sacred Heart unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital was closed amid local outrage on May 4 with the loss of 19 beds.

The closure followed an earlier loss of seven beds in the ward and affected respite, rehab and long-stay services. Patients were relocated to other wards.