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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

Over 80 people in Roscommon waiting on cataract surgery

The issue of waiting lists for cataract surgery has seen special buses arrange din various parts of the country in recent years to bring people to Northern Ireland to get the procedure done

Jun 29, 2023 08:47

Roscommon optometrist calls on HSE to engage to tackle waiting lists

Optometry Ireland says the backlog is unacceptably high at over 42,000 patients.

Feb 27, 2023 17:37

Further drop in trolley numbers today but crisis not over says HSE expert

360 people are waiting on trolleys in emergency departments this morning.

Jan 9, 2023 09:23

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

Over 100 local children waiting a year for mental health appointment

The figures were released this week.

Nov 30, 2022 13:13

Shortage of doctors is contributing to concerning waiting lists

Doctors are leaving Ireland due to a change in contract, leaving posts unfilled.

Oct 15, 2022 12:53

Over 100 children waiting on mental health assessments in Roscommon

According to the Saolta Hospital Group referrals to CAMHS are reviewed and prioritised on the basis of clinical necessity.

Jul 5, 2022 14:54

Leitrim Councillor disappointed over disability services recruitment

Recruitment is ongoing for the various roles.

Jun 27, 2022 14:11

Over 112,000 people currently on local hospital waiting lists

A 'postcode lottery' is determining how long patients are waiting for crucial treatment.

Feb 7, 2022 13:07

Local councillor calls for more funding to tackle children's waiting lists

There are long waiting lists for children with Spina Bifida and Hydracephalus.

Jan 12, 2022 17:56

Local hospitals in crisis according to Sinn Fein TDs

Sinn Fein TDs from across the West and North West discussed the issue in the Dail Chamber last night.

Dec 1, 2021 13:21

Almost 150 children waiting for occupational therapy care in Roscommon

Issues with staffing are being highlighted as an issue in allocating appointments.

Nov 29, 2021 07:41

Government urged to address major overcrowding at Portiuncula Hospital

Hospitals across the region are facing increased trolley numbers of non-Covid patients.

Jul 28, 2021 13:18

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