Parent-led voluntary group advocating for children living with Spina bifida and/or Hydrocephalus in Ireland Co-leads @mandacoughlan@UnaKeightley#backus
We would like to announce the launch of our new website sbhpag.com and our #páistíinpain campaign. On our website you will be able to read our children’s stories, and about the absolute failings of the Irish health system to provide care
This is the reality for Hannah living with Spina Bifida & Scoliosis a short Luas journey leaves her in pain, tears & discomfort.
Behind every child waiting is a family carrying the toll
#JusticeForHarvey
Today we mourn the loss of one of the most beautiful & courageous little warriors Harvey. Your zest for life & the resilence you showed in such adversity will stay with us all forever. You are adored and have the most wonderfully strong parents, continue to guide them from above
Brianna had spinal surgery in London last October. She came home after a very difficult surgery — in the wheelchair she left in.
For the last 10 months, Brianna has been waiting for a new wheelchair.
She cannot sit in her current one it digs into her back, cuts her skin, and
Feb 2024: @SBH_PAG & @scolionetwork protested at the Dáil.
Our children begging Govt to pass a motion to end the suffering their suffering
FF & FG voted it down
The consequences have been grave
#JusticeForHarvey
The motion they ignored is here 📜 sl1nk.com/h38nh
A Hard “NO” from children living with scoliosis, you were given their trust.
Some waited so long under your tenure they became inoperable, many live with the life long effects & consequences of delays in care.
You failed them on a children’s rights issue.
Meeting surgeons after years of failure is not action, it’s optics
@JenniferCarroll it’s like asking the arsonist to explain after the fire 🔥
You were warned repeatedly by us at the April meeting & @scolionetwork that @CHI_Ireland's claim that “prioritised on clinical need”
Two weeks ago wildflower seeds were placed at Harvey’s celebration of life service asking people to plant them in honour of the love he brought into our lives.
Harvey’s legacy continues to grow.
#JusticeForHarvey#ResignHarris