Brendan Gleeson Reflects on Calling Micheál Martin a 'Moron' Over Healthcare

Brendan Gleeson explained that he called Micheál Martin a 'moron' almost 20 years ago due to witnessing unacceptable treatment at a hospital. He now advocates for a more constructive approach and criticizes profit incentives in elder care. Gleeson highlighted issues with the health service during an appearance on the Late Late Show in 2006, specifically at Beaumont Hospital in Dublin. He expressed his frustration with Martin's involvement in opening a unit at the hospital.

Gleeson, now supporting a fundraising campaign for St Francis Hospice in Dublin, emphasizes the importance of compassion in healthcare. He praises the hospice staff for their compassionate care and advocates for a positive and constructive approach to addressing healthcare challenges. Gleeson believes in gratitude, compassion, and building positive solutions in the face of grief and despair.

Reflecting on public debate, Gleeson acknowledges some improvements over the years but remains critical of profit-driven healthcare systems. He calls for a proper discussion and constructive solutions to healthcare challenges. Gleeson supports the 'buy a brick' campaign for the hospice, aiming to build a new in-patient unit to care for more patients in the community.

Construction of the new unit is set to begin next year, with plans for additional facilities to enhance patient care. Gleeson encourages community support for the campaign, emphasizing the hospice's commitment to excellence in care.

According to the source: The Journal.