Cyberattack 'destroyed' HSE's IT systems

The HSE has been forced to use social media in recent days to post updates because of the lack of a functioning email system and other internal communications. Picture: Dan Linehan

The cyberattack on the health service has  'destroyed the IT system' the HSE’s group head for acute hospitals said today, warning that a 'complete rebuild' was required. 

Almost two weeks since the hackers struck, hospital systems continue to face an uphill struggle, said Dr Vida Hamilton, with patient services still badly affected.