The Irish College of GPs published research last week showing only two counties have adequate GP cover.

The national figures show 5,428 deaths in Emergency Departments nationwide in the past five years.

Bryonny Sainsbury passed away in August 2021, days after she was injured by her horse in Longford.

In addition, the Fianna Fáil councillor has noted the need for longer service hours at the existing facilities.

From the beginning of last month, pharmacists can extend prescriptions up to a maximum of 12 months for patients.

Parents have also been asked to ensure their children are up to date with the MMR vaccine due to a recent spike in measles cases here.

The payment has been extended several times over the last year but is to come to a definitive termination at the end of March.

It emerged yesterday a fresh review is underway , despite it being examined 5 years ago.