"A very positive experience on female medical"

I came to Daisy Hill's Emergency Department after feeling breathless.  I was seen very quickly and also received a scan very quickly.  I was very impressed with my time in A&E, receiving a visit from the consultant as well as lots of attention from the nurses.

I was then transferred to female medical. The ward is grand - all the nurses are very nice, caring and extremely helpful.  I especially like how I have been kept informed about my condition and care throughout my stay.  Overall, it has been a very positive experience.

I have only had a few minor inconveniences. Firstly, the ward has been a bit cold. However, I understand that there has to be appropriate ventilation due to the risk of COVID-19 spread. Thankfully the nurses were able to help me and got me a few extra blankets which I was grateful for.  Another very minor thing was that when I came onto the ward, I received the meal for the person who was in the bed before me - and I didn't really fancy it. I feel that it would be better if you could initially have the choice - but I understand the logistics behind this may be too difficult.