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The Heart of the Matter – Heart Failure Awareness at Roscommon University Hospital

As part of Heart Failure Awareness Week (02 to 08 May), staff from Roscommon University Hospital’s Heart Failure Service organised an information stand for people visiting the hospital to provide advice on the signs of heart failure and how it can be treated.

Innovative day case procedure to address uncontrolled blood pressure introduced at Galway University Hospitals

Galway University Hospitals (GUH) is the first hospital in the country to introduce a new minimally invasive day case procedure to reduce blood pressure in patients. This means that patients arrive in the hospital in the morning, have the procedure and are able to return home the same day.

Celebrating International Nurses Day at Mayo University Hospital

Each year International Nurses Day is celebrated on May 12th, the birthday of Florence Nightingale.

Mayo University Hospital is marking the day by acknowledging the tireless work and dedication that nursing staff show each and every day.

Pádraig O Luanaigh, Director of Nursing at Mayo University Hospital took the opportunity to thank the incredible nursing teams who have worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Celebrating International Nurses Day at Sligo University Hospital

On International Nurses Day (Thursday 12 May) two Sligo based nurses, who are also cousins, reflect on their experience of nursing as a profession.

Marion Ryder, Director of Nursing in Sligo University Hospital is preparing for retirement next month after 42 years’ service, while her cousin Emily Ryder is just starting her nursing journey in the Emergency Department at the hospital.

Saolta Group marks International Day of the Nurse

Each year we celebrate International Day of the Nurse on May 12th, the birthday of Florence Nightingale.

As we mark the day we wish to acknowledge the tireless work and dedication nursing staff across the Saolta University Health Care Group show each and every day.

Chief Director of Nursing for the group, Paul Hooton, also took the opportunity to thank our incredible nursing teams who have worked tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cubbie Sensory Hub for the Paediatric Unit at UHG

The Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway is delighted to receive a donation of a Cubbie Sensory Hub from Galway Sick Kids Foundation with the support of Galway Atlantaquaria. The Cubbie Sensory Hub was developed by an Irish company with input from Occupational Therapists to create a unique sensory experience to meet the needs of the child using it.

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD opens new Diabetes Centre at Sligo University Hospital

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD has officially opened a new Diabetes Centre at Sligo University Hospital.

The new centre consists of five multi-purpose clinic rooms including podiatry clinic room, an education room and a number of offices.

Mark International Day of the Midwife with a move into Midwifery

As we look forward to the International Day of the Midwife on Thursday May 5, the Saolta University Health Care Group is urging all nurses interested in a move into Midwifery to make the change.

Registered nurses interested in training to be a Midwife can now apply for the Higher Diploma in Midwifery, HSE Sponsorship and Recruitment Programme.

Update on access for visitors to Galway University Hospitals

Following a review of visiting times at University Hospital Galway and Merlin Park University Hospital, from today Tuesday 03 May, visitors will be able to access the hospitals during the following times:

• 2pm – 4pm
• 6pm – 8pm

Update on Access for Visitors to Letterkenny University Hospital

Visiting by appointment has been re-introduced at Letterkenny University Hospital, patients may have one visit per day lasting up to 30 minutes.

To make an appointment to visit a patient in a ward area, family members / visitors are asked to contact the ward or unit in advance (before 3pm). Appointments will be staggered across all ward areas each day at 6.30pm, 7.15pm and 8pm.

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