COMFORT For Chemo Kerry has welcomed the announcement of funding for the expansion and delivery of a state of the art chemotherapy day unit at University Hospital Kerry.

Yesterday it was announced that a capital allocation of €17.27 million has been specifically dedicated to the project. Management at University Hospital Kerry said the funding is a significant milestone in their journey towards enhancing cancer care services in our region.

“The Permanent Oncology Build will serve as a state-of-the-art facility, equipped with the latest medical advancements and designed to provide top-notch care for our patients,” read a statement on their Facebook page.

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Mayor of Tralee Cllr Mikey Sheehy, speaking on behalf of Comfort For Chemo Kerry, said; “This €17.27million capital funding will ensure the that cancer patients in the south west will have access to vital life-saving chemotherapy in the county and on their doorstep.”

“We will continue to fundraise and advocate for cancer patients and our goals are now even more ambitious after this announcement. While this funding will ensure the bricks and mortar element of the build, it is now essential that this project is delivered with a focus on patients, their families and staff and this is where Comfort for Chemo will step up to the plate with the support of the people of Kerry.”

“The provision of therapeutic equipment and spaces within the standalone unit will offer those patients, families and staff every support and care on those individual cancer journeys.

The charity has always endorsed the need for comfort for patients and hence our name. Chemotherapy can be a long and difficult road and Comfort for Chemo Kerry is committed to making this pathway that bit easier for patients,” said Mayor Sheehy.

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