News - HSE
HSE confirms x-ray service in Longford will be repaired by the end of this year
The poor condition of the x-ray equipment at the St Josephs campus clinic in Longford has been highlighted in recent months
Jul 13, 2023 12:52
No capacity for health service to extend free GP care says local Doctor
Under new proposals, all children aged 6 and 7 and households who earn up to a certain amount, will qualify for free GP visits.
Jul 4, 2023 13:52
Significant progress made in Ballinasloe hospital expansion works
Tenders also set to be opened for a new Ambulatory Gynaecology unit in the coming weeks.
Jun 28, 2023 13:10
Long awaited MRI scanner arrives at Mullingar Hospital
A major fundraising effort was undertaken by Friends of Mullingar Hospital to purchase the machine.
Jun 23, 2023 07:10
HSE cut backs will see vasectomies unavailable to Leitrim medical card holders
Dr O'Keefe says the procedure is one of the most safe and effective methods of family planning.
Jun 20, 2023 14:10
Local GP urges those affected by elder abuse to reach out for support
A new survey on elder abuse has been published.
Jun 16, 2023 17:41
Clinics continuing as normal at Boyle facility following fire
The building was unoccupied at the time and no injuries are reported.
Jun 13, 2023 15:30
Local mother urges parents to be aware of Strep A symptoms following loss of daughter
Kate Molly was born with down syndrome and was a healthy child full of energy and love.
Jun 9, 2023 13:26
Lack of neurological services in Roscommon highlighted
Calls are being made for better services.
Jun 6, 2023 17:03
Hopes new medical block build at Sligo Hospital will begin by end of year
According to the HSE, bed capacity at Sligo University Hospital is set to increase to 431 by 2030.
Jun 2, 2023 07:14
Lack of HSE funding resulting in missed opportunities for local mental health charity
A lack of funding from the HSE is preventing North West Stop from expanding services according to the group's chair.
May 30, 2023 17:33
HSE not confident local senior mental health role can be filled in near future
The difficulty in filling the post is a national issue according to the HSE.
May 25, 2023 13:47
Over 100 people on waiting lists for home support schemes in Roscommon
86 of those waiting for the service in Roscommon are located in the south of the county.
May 24, 2023 07:45
Local minor injury unit praised over rapid treatments
Calls have been made recently for one of the units to be opened in Longford Town.
May 23, 2023 13:54Shannonside Newsletter
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