A Dublin woman with Multiple Sclerosis has spoken of her plight due to the current shortfall in community neurorehabilitation teams in Ireland.
Niamh McCarron, who was diagnosed with MS back in 2010, said the lack of vital care services will have a major impact on her life. The Rathfarnham woman said: "I’ve been lucky enough that my condition has been very manageable. However, with a degenerative condition, it is inevitable that in the future I will require the support of a community neurorehabilitation team.
"Unfortunately, there is no support available in my community, and early intervention is crucial in managing the disease. With a team in place within the community, people with Multiple Sclerosis can take ownership of their care and receive timely access to rehabilitation services.
