News - HSE
HSE urging parents to ensure children are vaccinated against measles
A rise is the number of people infected with the disease in the UK and parts of Europe has raised concerns here.
Feb 4, 2024 12:46
HSE encouraging locals to consider all healthcare options this weekend
The Roscommon injury unit will remain open on Bank Holiday Monday however the Mullingar minor injuries unit will be closed.
Feb 3, 2024 11:09
Local hospitals dealing with severe overcrowding today
There are sixteen patients waiting on trolleys at Portiuncula Hospital and 32 waiting for a bed in Sligo.
Jan 30, 2024 12:21
HSE orders closure of Roscommon food premises
Inspectors noted a number of major issues on the premises including Sanitation, personal hygiene, and food traceability.
Jan 15, 2024 08:33
Hospitals expecting severe overcrowding as flu season to peak this week
The HSE is reporting 2,644 cases of flu in the first week of 2024.
Jan 8, 2024 08:53
Local spokesperson calls for human rights to be considered in Covid inquiry
The HSE is urging people to remain vigilant and aware of the virus as Ireland's Covid inquiry is said to be submitted to Cabinet shortly.
Jan 5, 2024 13:08
Visiting restrictions in place following Covid outbreak at local hospital
The hospital is appealing to the public not to visit if they are feeling unwell or have respiratory symptoms.
Jan 4, 2024 13:03
Free walk-in flu vaccines for children will be available locally tomorrow
There has been an increase in cases of flu among young children as the HSE urges parents to get their kids vaccinated.
Dec 26, 2023 13:17
HSE rolls out new mobile x-ray service in Roscommon
The HSE is expanding the free, community-based service to patients in both public and private nursing homes, community facilities and in their own homes.
Dec 21, 2023 13:15
Local mental health services project recognised with HSE award
The project aims to provide an alternative to hospital admission for people experiencing a mental health crisis.
Dec 20, 2023 16:48
Local TD calls for government intervention in HSE recruitment freeze
The politician revealed that a total of 3,926 people were waiting for a bed in Sligo University Hospital in the first six months of this year.
Nov 26, 2023 09:15
Local therapist says more vigilance needed regarding children's phone use
A recent UK study has also found that early access to sexually explicit content is causing changes in young people's behaviour.
Nov 15, 2023 12:59
Recruitment embargo will see more healthcare staff leave says union
Consultants, doctors in training, and nurses and midwives who graduated this year are not affected by the embargo.
Nov 10, 2023 17:16
Local restaurant received closure order following food safety concerns
The premises was, according to the report, 'filthy' with dirty cardboard used as a food contact surface for cooked rice and on the flooring throughout.
Nov 10, 2023 13:21Shannonside Newsletter
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