News - Health Minister
Warning over major surge in Covid hospitalisations
Senior health officials will meet with the Taoiseach and Health Minister today.
Dec 23, 2022 09:56
Hopes new consultant contracts will cut hospital waiting lists
900 thousand people are currently waiting to see a consultant, while 900 permanent posts remain vacant.
Dec 7, 2022 18:27
Health minister willing to meet local TDs over Sligo Cath Lab closure
The service closes at Sligo University Hospital today.
Jun 30, 2022 13:48
Concern over future of BreastCheck in Leitrim
Mairin Martin says she is not happy that the BreastCheck service is not available in Carrick-on-Shannon as has always been the case
May 13, 2022 17:27
Recording positive antigen tests with HSE open to misuse -Health Minister.
Anyone wishing to obtain a recovery cert will need to get a PCR test or professionally administered antigen test.
Jan 13, 2022 17:28
Health Minister to seek approval for new Covid antiviral pills
According to studies in the US, the pills are effective if given at the onset of Covid symptoms
Jan 5, 2022 08:28
EMA approves vaccine for 5 to 11 year-olds
The Taoiseach said earlier this week it's unlikely the first jabs will be given this side of Christmas.
Nov 25, 2021 13:56
New hospitality restrictions described as another blow to live event sector
Performers say they'll be forced out of the industry due to the lack of supports.
Nov 17, 2021 13:12
Serial Covid testing to recommence in nursing homes nationwide
As case numbers rise, the situation in nursing homes has been highlighted as a concern.
Nov 5, 2021 17:55
Health Minister thrilled to open new Roscommon Hospice
The multi-million euro facility is regarded as one of the best palliative centres in the country.
Nov 5, 2021 13:08
Athlone doctor worried on staffing for new regional menopause clinics
The new menopause clinic at the National Maternity Hospital will cater for women in Dublin but it's hoped that new regional clinics will be set up next year
Sep 21, 2021 13:35
Concern over future of one remaining Longford palliative care bed
New plans suggest Longford families will need to travel to a new unit under development in Tullamore.
Sep 17, 2021 13:44
Over 22,000 vaccine doses administered through Longford Vaccine Centre
Between vaccines delivered by GPs and those through the vaccine centre, the Minister praised the mobilisation of the people of Longford.
Aug 19, 2021 13:17
Regional hospitals under pressure from non-covid wave of illness according to health minister
According to the Health Minister, people who have been avoiding hospitals due to the pandemic are beginning to attend health care facilities in large numbers.
Aug 18, 2021 17:08Shannonside Newsletter
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