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HSE Launches New Community Based Continence Care Service in Donegal to Transform Bladder Health

A new era of community-based urological care has begun with the official launch of the Integrated Specialist Continence Care Service (ISSCS) in Donegal. Designed to transform the management of urinary incontinence, the service brings expert care closer to home and offers timely, effective treatment through an integrated approach.

Day Care Services for Older Persons opens in the Joe & Helen O'Toole, Community Nursing Unit, Tuam

On 3rd June, 2025 the Joe & Helen O'Toole, Community Nursing Unit (CNU), Tuam opened its doors for the first time to Day Care Services. 

Meet Ollie the Therapy Dog that brings joy to the Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway

Ollie is an 8 year old Malshi, he is the first four legged team member in the Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway (UHG).  Every Thursday after a thorough brushing and grooming Ollie puts on his Irish Therapy Dog uniform and trots through the doors of the Paediatric Unit at UHG, where his calming and comforting influence is instantly felt by patients, staff and visitors. Excitement and smiles fill the corridors!

Roscommon University Hospital Introduces Wellness Walkway to Support Patient Recovery

Roscommon University Hospital Introduces Wellness Walkway to Support Patient Recovery

A newly introduced Wellness Walkway at Roscommon University Hospital, designed to promote the health and wellbeing of patients during their recovery from illness and injury is already proving to be a valuable asset in supporting patients on their journey to recovery.

Galway Team Honoured for Virtual COPD Care Initiative at Irish Healthcare Centre Awards

The Respiratory Integrated Care Team, Galway City Integrated Care Hub, and the HIVE Laboratory at the University of Galway were honoured at the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards recently, for their virtual care initiative for COPD patients. The initiative, which leverages remote patient monitoring technology, was recognised with the award for ‘Best Use of Information Technology’.

Mayo University Hospital Reinforces ‘Smoke Free Campus’ Policy

To coincide with World No Tobacco Day on 31st May 2025, Mayo University Hospital would like to advise all patients, staff and visitors that it is once again reinforcing its 'Smoke Free Campus' policy to emphasise its dedication to a healthy environment and illustrate the hospital's ongoing journey to being a smoke and vape-free campus.

Sligo University Hospital Reinforces its 'Tobacco Free Campus' Policy

To coincide with World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, Sligo University Hospital (SUH) in a continued commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors is reinforcing its Tobacco Free Campus policy.

HSE West and North West Announces Major Expansion of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services Under National Cardiovascular Plan 2025

HSE West and North West Announces Major Expansion of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services Under National Cardiovascular Plan 2025

HSE West and North West is pleased to announce a significant new development in cardiac rehabilitation services as part of the National Cardiovascular Plan 2025. This initiative marks a major investment in the health and well-being of patients across the Galway-Roscommon and Mayo Regional Health Areas (RHAs).

The Heart of the Matter – Siblings Undergo Same Life-Saving Heart Procedure

The Heart of the Matter – Siblings Undergo Same Life-Saving Heart Procedure

University Hospital Galway (UHG) achieved a significant milestone in cardiac care last October by becoming the first hospital in Ireland and the UK to implant the Avalus Ultra biological aortic valve, a major advancement in the field of valvular heart surgery.

Letterkenny University Hospital hosts the HHT Ireland Annual Patient Forum 2025

Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) was the venue for the annual HHT Ireland Annual Patient Forum 2025, that recently brought together patients, families, and healthcare professionals for a day of education, connection, and collaboration.

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