MAYO COVID HEROES 4: Bernadette Darcy

Bernadette Darcy, a midwife at Mayo University Hospital, was one of the two winners in the inaugural 2020 WaterWipes Pure Foundation Fund supported by the Irish Nurses & Midwives Organisation and Irish Neonatal Health Alliance.

She was nominated by first time mum Michelle Filan for her support and caring nature during a very traumatic time.

Things took a dramatic turn after Michelle gave birth, when she suffered an aneurysm, leading to serious memory loss, with no recollection of having her baby. Bernadette provided exceptional care to Michelle in aiding her recovery.

To celebrate their outstanding work, each of the winners have been awarded a Pure Foundation Fund trophy and €2,500 for their department to continue to improve the care of parents and babies.