News - University Hospital Galway
Teenager killed in Co. Galway crash
It happened outside Loughrea in the early hours of this morning.
Jan 18, 2026 08:50
20,000 people admitted to two local hospitals on trolleys in 2025
Over 11,600 people were admitted to University Hospital Galway on trolleys this year.
Dec 31, 2025 12:24
'Shameful' - 80pc of breast cancer referrals not seen on time in Galway hospital
UHG says its breast unit is facing significant challenges, including a rise in referrals.
Dec 2, 2025 16:32
Public consultation taking place on plans to upgrade Galway hospital
It'll include two new bed blocks with 300 extra inpatient beds and a new Emergency Department.
Nov 29, 2025 08:12
Man dies following single-vehicle crash in Galway
The incident happened on the L2107 at Cappadavock, Lavally, near Tuam, at around 4.30pm this morning.
Nov 2, 2025 10:10
Roscommon man the first to benefit from new hospital procedure
It's the first facility in Ireland to adopt the method, which is designed to make surgery safer.
Sep 2, 2025 16:09
Future of Ballinasloe maternity services now a political decision - Fallon
High-risk pregnancies are being moved to University Hospital Galway.
Jul 22, 2025 13:33
Scene of fatal house fire in Frenchpark remains sealed off
Over twenty personnel from both units responded to the incident after receiving an emergency call at 7:14pm.
Jun 19, 2025 11:52
Man in his 60s seriously injured in Glenamaddy collision
It happened on the Creggs Road shortly before 2 o'clock this morning.
May 31, 2025 11:11
UHG to use AI for faster discharge letters in emergency department
The hospital will use artificial intelligence to generate GP discharge letters from simple voice notes recorded by clinicians.
Apr 13, 2025 11:45
Six-year-old child killed in Galway City collision
The girl was knocked down by a truck on the Headford Road while cycling yesterday afternoon.
Apr 6, 2025 07:53
Record hospital overcrowding hits Shannonside region in February
New figures from the INMO Trolley Watch reveal that February was the worst month on record for hospital overcrowding.
Mar 1, 2025 15:45
INMO data shows local hospitals under severe pressure today
Nationally, 700 patients are on trolleys as of this morning with over 100 waiting for a bed in University Hospital Limerick.
Jan 7, 2025 13:06
Two cars seized following investigation of discovered body in Roscommon
Two cars have been seized and examinations are taking place at the scene, as well as a home in Athlone.
Dec 31, 2024 09:23Shannonside Newsletter
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