Boy's family in donor appeal

The family and friends of a Monaghan town schoolboy, currently awaiting a heart transplant, have appealed for the families of…

The family and friends of a Monaghan town schoolboy, currently awaiting a heart transplant, have appealed for the families of possible donors to come forward.

Stephen Doyle (16) was struck down by a rare heart condition just six months ago. He is on the critical list at the Mater Hospital, Dublin, where it is believed his condition is rapidly deteriorating.

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