News - Health Service Executive

Report critical of midlands mental health unit

Overall, their compliance rating was found to be 76 per cent - down from 89 per cent in 2024.

Jul 6, 2026 13:02

Over 750 on local children on CAMHS waiting list

You need a referral from your GP or another healthcare professional to access CAMHS.

Jun 24, 2026 16:58

Decision on Boyle Post Office development delayed

Planners have raised a number of concerns requiring clarification.

Jun 3, 2026 12:53

Over 50 with early onset dementia locally

It's according to estimates from the HSE, revealed by Junior Health Minister Kieran O'Donnell.

May 18, 2026 13:07

HSE CEO reiterates apology to family of Bryonny Sainsbury

On Wednesday, the HSE and Health Minister issued a joint public apology into the death of Bryonny which took place in 2021.

Mar 12, 2026 13:06

Almost 2,700 over 75 waited over 24 hours in EDs

The HSE target is for patients to be admitted or discharged from an emergency department within six hours.

Mar 10, 2026 13:14

Assaults on HSE staff condemned locally

It's a 9 per cent increase on the previous year.

Feb 25, 2026 17:17

Urgent call for respite beds at Ballinamore Community Hospital

With ongoing concerns over overcrowding at larger facilities, it's felt supports closer to home may offer vital short-term relief to families.

Dec 15, 2025 17:23

Over a quarter of local children miss crucial PHN check

Typically, during a 9-12-month check, Public Health Nurses check a baby's physical, social and behavioural development.

Oct 2, 2025 10:00

Nearly half a million euro spent by local hospitals on debt collectors

The figures were released by the HSE in a parliamentary response to Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín.

Sep 30, 2025 13:01

Call for respite centre to be provided for south Leitrim

Councillor Paddy O' Rourke says it isn't acceptable that people in south Leitrim have to travel a long distance to access respite care

Mar 9, 2022 07:44

South Westmeath Hospice and HSE turn a corner in ongoing discussions on new unit at Clonbrusk

The Health Service Executive says it is committed to provide four palliative care beds at the new Clonbrusk Community Nursing Unit. A joint statement issued

Aug 11, 2020 13:17

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