News - HSE
Hopes GP shortage may end as record numbers apply to train as family doctors
There are currently 2 thousand fewer GP's than the country needs.
Nov 9, 2023 08:40
Local radiology services to be upgraded this month
Local councillor Peggy Nolan welcomed the announcement, adding that it was a long time coming for the facility.
Nov 2, 2023 09:16
Patients with minor injuries to be transferred to RUH
A small cohort of patients with minor injuries, who meet strict clinical and geographical criteria, will be brought directly to the injury unit
Oct 26, 2023 15:59
Health services dealing with a larger population compared to 6 years ago
Services in the region such as emergency departments, inpatient admissions and various therapies are reporting either major overcrowding or long waiting lists.
Oct 24, 2023 13:04
HSE and Department to appear before Oireachtas Health Committee
Their appearance comes against a backdrop of a recruitment freeze and lower than expected budget funding.
Oct 24, 2023 09:35
Calls to allow all women access to free Hormone Replacement Therapy
The call comes from Green Party Senator Pauline O'Reilly as part of World Menopause Day.
Oct 18, 2023 09:38
Portiuncula Hospital recorded as 'mostly compliant' following HIQA inspection
Patients who spoke with inspectors were positive about their experience.
Oct 17, 2023 14:10
Community health and social care workers call off today's strike
Around 5 thousand people in community and voluntary sector were due to start industrial action today.
Oct 17, 2023 09:18
Sligo and Mullingar Hospitals two of the busiest in the country
According to the latest INMO figures, there are 14 people currently waiting in the Emergency Department in Sligo and 26 people waiting for a bed overall. Mullingar has 12 patients in its Emergency Department.
Oct 13, 2023 12:45
HSE staff take industrial action over recruitment
Forsa has organised the work-to-rule which affects all clerical and administrative staff in the health authority.
Oct 6, 2023 10:07
Patients stranded as community car ceases service
The service is seen as a crucial means of transport for those travelling to hospital and other medical appointments across the country. Over 600 such trips have been made so far.
Oct 5, 2023 17:38
HSE has lost €94 million due to writing off out-of-use Covid-19 vaccines
The committee also heard eight consultants earned over half a million euro per year - with one earning over 970-thousand euro.
Oct 5, 2023 16:18
Upgraded paediatric facilities launched at local hospital
The upgrade at the Paediatric Outpatients and Physiotherapy Departments is aimed at providing a more relaxing environment for younger patients.
Oct 2, 2023 10:17
Disposal of surplus lands at St Brigid's Hospital takes step forward
The HSE first announced the intention to dispose of surplus lands and buildings at the former psychiatric hospital in 2019.
Sep 30, 2023 12:52Shannonside Newsletter
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