Irish Examiner view: Frontline healthcare staff deserve better

Even amid the misery of hospital overcrowding, we acknowledge the standard of care offered by staff in Irish hospitals

While there is a resourcing issue in Irish hospitals, Robert Watt and other senior officials ought to offer more support for the doctors, nurses, and other healthcare staff we depend on. iStock 

One of our most durable clichés may need to be replaced for the times we live in.

“Eaten bread is soon forgotten” has now been officially superseded by “clapping for healthcare workers is soon forgotten”, judging by the comments made at an Oireachtas health committee meeting this week.