My door is open but contingency plans must be made – Health Secretary

The video discusses radiotherapy techniques, focusing on the transition from small daily doses to larger fractions over shorter periods. It highlights the use of specialist equipment with automated features for precise treatment. The importance of prioritizing cancer treatment and the role of healthcare contingency plans in addressing potential impacts, such as strikes, are also covered.

What is the main advantage of delivering large fractions of radiotherapy over a short period?

• It is less effective than traditional methods.

• It reduces the overall treatment time.

• It increases the cost of treatment.

• It requires more equipment.

What role do automated leaves play in radiotherapy?

• They help in reducing the cost of treatment.

• They are used for patient monitoring.

• They create different beam sizes and shapes.

• They increase the duration of treatment.

What is the primary focus of the dialogue between the Department of Health and trade unions?

• Reducing the number of healthcare workers.

• Increasing the number of hospitals.

• Increasing the cost of healthcare.

• Improving patient safety and working conditions.

What is a potential consequence if healthcare strikes go ahead?

• More healthcare workers will be hired.

• There will be no impact on patients.

• Patient care might be affected.

• Healthcare costs will decrease.

What is the Department of Health's stance on military involvement in healthcare contingency plans?

• They are considering it as part of normal contingency plans.

• They have already deployed military personnel.

• They have made a formal request for military assistance.

• They have rejected any military involvement.