Medical practices in Donegal are to begin providing free contraception to females aged between 17-25 from today. The Government scheme…
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The local electoral area of Buncrana has Ireland’s lowest rate of Covid-19 booster 1 uptake. The CSO reports that 36%…
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People with sight loss, families and friends invited to NCBI Open Day
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoNCBI (National Council for the Blind of Ireland) has announced an Advocacy Roadshow open day on Thursday September 8th at…
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Inspection finds areas of improvement at Donegal disability centre
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoThe HSE has formed an immediate action plan after an unannounced inspection at the Ballytrim House care centre in Raphoe. The…
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Healthcare staff and people with health conditions offered second booster
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoThe HSE is inviting people aged 12 to 49 years with long term health conditions and healthcare workers to get…
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Letterkenny Hospital warns of long queues as 115 people attend A&E
by Staff Writer 3 years agoA total of 115 people presented at Letterkenny University Hospital emergency department yesterday leading to long queues today. Management at…
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There have been 272 Covid-19 deaths in Donegal up to July 23rd, the Health Protection Surveillance Centre reports. The death…
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HSE responds to inspection report on Donegal disabilities centre
by Staff Writer 3 years agoThe HSE has announced steps to improve practices at a Donegal centre for people with Intellectual Disabilities. A HIQA report…
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The newly developed Newtowncunningham Primary Care Centre has opened its doors today. The new facility brings local health care services…
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The World Health Organization has activated its highest alert level for the monkeypox outbreak as cases surge worldwide. So far…
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Letterkenny Hospital ‘extremely busy’ with long wait at Emergency Department
by Staff Writer 3 years agoThe Emergency Department (ED) at Letterkenny University Hospital continues to be extremely busy with high numbers of people attending the…
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Inpatient experience survey underway in Letterkenny University Hospital
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoThe fifth National Inpatient Experience Survey is now underway in Letterkenny University Hospital. This annual survey — the largest of…
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Seven Covid outbreaks severly impacting Letterkenny Hospital
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoCovid-19 is continuing to have a significant impact on Letterkenny University Hospital, with seven outbreaks reported over the weekend. There…
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Almost 400 patients waiting five years for appointment at LUH
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoAlmost 400 people have been waiting five years or more for a medical appointment at Letterkenny University Hospital, new figures…
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Two COVID-19 pop-up vaccination clinics will be held St. Mary’s Parish Centre, Stranorlar on Friday the 8th and Saturday the…
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People advised to meet outdoors as Covid cases increase again
by Staff Writer 3 years agoThe Acting Chief Medical Officer has advised people to meet outdoors if possible amid the current rise in Covid-19 cases.…
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Last month was the worst June on record for overcrowding in Irish hospitals, the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation reports.…
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The Covid-19 incidence rate in Donegal has trebled since the beginning of June, new figures show. The weekly rate in…
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Rainbow badges for ambulance staff aim to break down barriers
by Rachel McLaughlin 3 years agoThe HSE National Ambulance Service have been invited to wear rainbow badges as a show of inclusive care for people…
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A Covid-19 outbreak has been confirmed in a ward at Letterkenny University Hospital. As the hospital’s emergency department prepares for…