Health unions staged a protest at Letterkenny University Hospital today over staff shortages caused by the HSE Pay and Numbers…
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COPD admissions to Letterkenny Hospital down 22% due to new care plan
by Staff Writer 8 months agoA newly developed alternative care pathway for patients in Donegal with COPD has resulted in a 22% decrease in overall…
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The relocation date for the NoWDOC GP service has finally been confirmed. The out of hours service will move from…
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‘Dementia Inclusive Community’ info event for Ballybofey next week
by Staff Writer 8 months agoMain pic: Mary Toland and her husband, Dermot, who was diagnosed with dementia four years ago. Members of the public…
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Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) is grappling with a surge in patients presenting to the emergency department. 173 people attended the…
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Nursing scholar Mia finds her calling at ATU
by Rachel McLaughlin 8 months agoSponsored Post Arranmore student Mia Baikie always wanted to care for people when they needed it most, which is why…
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Dunfanaghy could be without a health centre until the New Year
by Staff Writer 8 months agoConcerns have arisen over health services in Dunfanaghy after it emerged that residents are facing at least two months without…
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The HSE has announced that 13 short stay care beds have reopened in Falcarragh Community Hospital following two years out…
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Creeslough cancer survivor sets mighty Movember squat goal
by Staff Writer 8 months agoA strong-willed Creeslough coach who has battled testicular cancer twice is set to squat his way to a 60,000kg challenge…
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Donegal couple finds strength and support in the face of dementia
by Staff Writer 8 months agoFour years ago, Mary Toland’s world changed when her husband, Dermot, was diagnosed with dementia. ‘Contact The Alzheimer Society of…
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Heart-warming craft project keeping Letterkenny’s newborns cosy
by Staff Writer 8 months agoMore than 300 newborns will be getting a warm welcome into the world thanks to a thoughtful donation from the…
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Going all out this Halloween? The do’s and don’ts of contact lenses with Specsavers
by Staff Writer 8 months agoAre you going all out with your Halloween costume this year? Are you thinking of using spooky contact lenses to…
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‘Iron overload’ genetic disorder in focus at Donegal information evening
by Contributor 8 months agoThe Irish Haemochromatosis Association is organising a free Patient Information evening with Dr. Paul Grant, for patients, family members and…
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Letterkenny Hospital overloaded with bed shortages and Covid outbreak
by Staff Writer 9 months agoLetterkenny University Hospital is facing serious capacity issues this week with near-record breaking numbers of patients seeking emergency care. Long…
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Could menopause be hurting your vision? See how Specsavers can help
by Staff Writer 9 months agoThis World Menopause Day, Specsavers Donegal Town are encouraging people to consider the effect menopause can have on your eye…
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Breast cancer specialist and survivor to be special guest at North West Breast Cancer Ball
by Rachel McLaughlin 9 months agoDoctor Sinead Hanley has been announced as the special medical guest at this year’s North West Breast Cancer Ball. The…
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Lifford doctor Anne Kilgallen has been acknowledged for her contribution to healthcare in a new photographic portrait collection at the…
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Donegal families honour loved ones who gave the gift of life through organ donation
by Staff Writer 9 months agoOrgan Donor families and grateful transplant recipients from Donegal joined a special service of remembrance and thanksgiving in Dublin at…
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‘Enough is enough’ says Councillor after shocking hospital experience
by Rachel McLaughlin 9 months agoLetterkenny Councillor Tómas Seán Devine has called for a meeting with the manager of Letterkenny University Hospital following his own…
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HSE criticised after Letterkenny respite services cancelled due to staff shortage
by Staff Writer 9 months agoLetterkenny councillors have called for an urgent meeting with the HSE to address recent staffing issues at the respite house…