The Radiotherapy Department at University Hospital Galway (UHG) recently hosted a Big Pink Breakfast to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) raising an incredible €2,736 in support of the Irish Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Services.
This generous contribution will make a real difference to patients and families affected by breast cancer. The funds raised for the Irish Cancer Society are equivalent to:
The Maternity Department at University Hospital Galway (UHG) in collaboration with Galway Library Services is delighted to announce the launch of “Start Now” a new, parent-focused initiative aimed at promoting early literacy and strengthening the bond between parent and child from the very beginning.
Tá Feidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte (FSS) ag leathnú cúram do dhaoine atá ina gcónaí i bpobail iargúlta agus ar na hoileáin le sraith clinicí for-rochtana atá ar siúl i gceantair thuaithe i nGaillimh agus ar na hoileáin amach ón gcósta i rith an tsamhraidh.
HSE services are expanding care for people living in remote and island communities with a number of outreach clinics taking place in rural Galway and the offshore islands over the summer.
A team of specialist geriatric practitioners are bringing care closer to home by visiting older people in their community, including outreach clinics on the Aran Islands. An important part of this service, in a Gaeltacht area, is the delivery of healthcare through the Irish language.
A powerful new art exhibition, Healing in Colour, was officially launched on Wednesday, September 10 at University Hospital Galway by Mayor of Galway City, Cllr. Mike Cubbard. The exhibition showcases a deeply moving collection of artworks created through a series of participatory art workshops held in hospital and community settings across Galway City. Patients and visitors can view the artwork on the Arts Corridor in UHG until November 28th.
Tá fearas cinn réaltachta fíorúla (VR) do pháistí, ar a dtugtar Smileyscope tugtha isteach ag ionad péidiatrach Ospidéal Choláiste na hÉireann, Gaillimh le gairid. Tugann an teicneolaiocht nua seo tús áite d’ionbhá, nuálaíocht agus do bharr feabhais sa chúram sláinte péidiatrach.
University Hospital Galway has reinforced its commitment to innovation and excellence in patient care with the introduction of a pioneering surgical procedure for the treatment of rib fractures.
The Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway (UHG) recently introduced Smileyscope, a virtual reality (VR) headset for children. This technology prioritises empathy, innovation, and excellence in paediatric healthcare.
Hospital visits can be a source of anxiety and fear for young patients. Smileyscopes use immersive virtual reality to guide children through calm and engaging visual journeys timed with medical procedures. The technology is particularly effective in managing:
The Murphy family recently presented a cheque for €19,617.08 to the Maternity Bereavement Services at University Hospital Galway (UHG).
Laura Murphy from Tuam gave birth to twins Sophie and Rían in UHG in February 2024. Throughout her pregnancy, Laura attended the High Risk Clinic at UHG, where she received specialist care. Tragically, baby Sophie passed away shortly after birth.
University Hospital Galway has achieved a global medical breakthrough by becoming the first hospital in the world to successfully trial a revolutionary new catheter device, designed to treat complex venous obstructions, particularly blocked or damaged leg veins that have previously been stented and fail to return blood efficiently to the heart.
