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Mayo University Hospital welcomes the publication of the National Inpatient Experience Survey 2024

The results of the National Inpatient Experience Survey, carried out in all public hospitals in Ireland in May, have been published. This is the sixth year that the survey has been carried out and was an opportunity for patients of Mayo University Hospital to describe their experiences in hospital.

Galway University Hospitals welcomes the publication of the National Inpatient Experience Survey 2024

The results of the National Inpatient Experience Survey, carried out in all public hospitals in Ireland in May, have been published. This is the sixth year that the survey has been carried out and was an opportunity for patients of Galway University Hospitals to describe their experiences in hospital.

Portiuncula University Hospital welcomes the publication of the National Inpatient Experience Survey 2024

The results of the National Inpatient Experience Survey, carried out in all public hospitals in Ireland in May have been published. This is the sixth year that the survey has been carried out and was an opportunity for patients of Portiuncula University Hospital to describe their experiences in hospital.

Letterkenny University Hospital welcomes the publication of the National Inpatient Experience Survey 2024

The results of the National Inpatient Experience Survey, carried out in all public hospitals in Ireland in May, have been published. This is the sixth year that the survey has been carried out and was an opportunity for patients of Letterkenny University Hospital to describe their experiences in hospital.

Roscommon Injury Unit is here for you every day this Winter

As winter takes hold and as we approach Christmas, Roscommon University Hospital is reminding people that their Injury Unit is open from 8am to 8pm, every day of the year including Christmas Day, St Stephen’s Day and New Year’s Day to treat a wide range of injuries which are non-life or non-limb threatening, as an alternative to visiting an emergency department. The Injury Unit is staffed by Doctors, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.

"Circus of Circles" by Aoife Cunningham launched at University Hospital Galway

Saolta Arts was honoured to host the launch of 'Circus of Circles', Aoife Cunningham's debut poetry collection at University Hospital Galway. The event, held on Wednesday 11 December, was a warm celebration of art, healing and community. Susan Millar DuMars, officially launched Circus of Circles, with music provided by Francis Edwards.

Department of Public Health, HSE West and North West, concerned about low vaccine uptake amid increase in flu cases and hospital admissions

The HSE is urging every eligible person to get vaccinated for COVID-19 and flu ahead of the festive season.  Flu, COVID-19 and RSV continue to circulate in the community and it is expected to surge in the coming weeks.

Flu and COVID-19 can cause serious illness for many people. That’s why older people, those aged 2-17, healthcare workers and people who are pregnant or have a long term health condition are recommended to get their vaccine.

Modernised Care Pathway significantly reducing wait times for Urology Patients

The introduction of a Modernised Care Pathway for Nurse-Led Urology Clinics at Galway and Portiuncula University Hospitals has significantly reduced waiting times for urology patients awaiting assessment for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS).

HSE West and North West - University of Galway Cancer Network receives European accreditation

The HSE West and North West – University of Galway Cancer Network is delighted to announce that it has been accredited by the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI).

Cardiothoracic team at University Hospital Galway win HSE Excellence Award for innovation to improve healthcare

The Cardiothoracic team at University Hospital Galway have won a HSE Excellence Award for their project ‘Minimally Invasive Vessel Harvesting for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts’ in the Innovation in Service Delivery Category on 28th November 2024.

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