Just thought I'd post this from North's website:
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Kangaroos statement on Jason McCartney Geoff Walsh
Kangaroos Football Club 4:20:12 PM Thu 17 October, 2002
The following is a statement from Kangaroos chief executive Geoff Walsh issued at 3.20 pm AEST, October 17, 2002...
I understand there have been press reports today regarding the upgrading of defender Jason McCartney's condition from serious to critical overnight.
I would just like to assure all of the Mazda Kangaroos supporters, members and other well-wishers, that while Jason's change of condition is of some concern, it is not unexpected.
Our medical department has been in regular contact with the specialists at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, and have informed us that this situation was anticipated.
The medical staff at the Alfred had been monitoring Jason closely to ensure they acted as soon as any change occurred.
As such he has received the best possible care immediately in the Intensive Care Unit and his prognosis remains positive.
Our understanding is that Jason was having some problems with his breathing yesterday, a normal reaction to burns of this nature, and that that has been behind his upgrading from serious to critical, as he now requires more personalised nursing care.
At this stage we believe Jason is still expected to be in Intensive Care for a couple of days before being moved to the Burns Unit at The Alfred.
Our medical department will maintain their contact with the hospital and keep the Club up-to-date on any changes.
I have also had the opportunity to visit fellow defender Michael Martyn today and would like to say he is doing well and is just thrilled to be back at home with his family.
Again I would just like to ask everyone to respect the privacy of both Jason and Michael's family as they come to terms with the events of the past week.
We thank everyone for their support and concern.
Geoff Walsh
CEO,
Mazda Kangaroos
Note: With Sunday being a national day of mourning for those who have been so deeply affected by the events in Bali, if there are any members or supporters wishing to mark the day in some way, our chaplain, Father Gerard Dowling, will be involved in a service at St Patrick's Cathedral, East Melbourne.
He will be assisting with 11am Mass on Sunday, and there will be quite a focus at that service on the events in Bali last weekend.
Anyone wishing to attend is more than welcome. St Patrick's Cathedral is on the corner of Gisborne Street and Cathedral Place, East Melbourne.
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Kangaroos statement on Jason McCartney Geoff Walsh
Kangaroos Football Club 4:20:12 PM Thu 17 October, 2002
The following is a statement from Kangaroos chief executive Geoff Walsh issued at 3.20 pm AEST, October 17, 2002...
I understand there have been press reports today regarding the upgrading of defender Jason McCartney's condition from serious to critical overnight.
I would just like to assure all of the Mazda Kangaroos supporters, members and other well-wishers, that while Jason's change of condition is of some concern, it is not unexpected.
Our medical department has been in regular contact with the specialists at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, and have informed us that this situation was anticipated.
The medical staff at the Alfred had been monitoring Jason closely to ensure they acted as soon as any change occurred.
As such he has received the best possible care immediately in the Intensive Care Unit and his prognosis remains positive.
Our understanding is that Jason was having some problems with his breathing yesterday, a normal reaction to burns of this nature, and that that has been behind his upgrading from serious to critical, as he now requires more personalised nursing care.
At this stage we believe Jason is still expected to be in Intensive Care for a couple of days before being moved to the Burns Unit at The Alfred.
Our medical department will maintain their contact with the hospital and keep the Club up-to-date on any changes.
I have also had the opportunity to visit fellow defender Michael Martyn today and would like to say he is doing well and is just thrilled to be back at home with his family.
Again I would just like to ask everyone to respect the privacy of both Jason and Michael's family as they come to terms with the events of the past week.
We thank everyone for their support and concern.
Geoff Walsh
CEO,
Mazda Kangaroos
Note: With Sunday being a national day of mourning for those who have been so deeply affected by the events in Bali, if there are any members or supporters wishing to mark the day in some way, our chaplain, Father Gerard Dowling, will be involved in a service at St Patrick's Cathedral, East Melbourne.
He will be assisting with 11am Mass on Sunday, and there will be quite a focus at that service on the events in Bali last weekend.
Anyone wishing to attend is more than welcome. St Patrick's Cathedral is on the corner of Gisborne Street and Cathedral Place, East Melbourne.
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