Performers say they'll be forced out of the industry due to the lack of supports.

As case numbers rise, the situation in nursing homes has been highlighted as a concern.

The multi-million euro facility is regarded as one of the best palliative centres in the country.

The new menopause clinic at the National Maternity Hospital will cater for women in Dublin but it's hoped that new regional clinics will be set up next year

New plans suggest Longford families will need to travel to a new unit under development in Tullamore.

Between vaccines delivered by GPs and those through the vaccine centre, the Minister praised the mobilisation of the people of Longford.

According to the Health Minister, people who have been avoiding hospitals due to the pandemic are beginning to attend health care facilities in large numbers.

A much larger protest was expected at the Department of Health.