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Milford Care Centre receives once-off essential funding

Minster Stephen Donnelly TD and the Department of Health announced €10 million in once-off funding for palliative and end-of-life care.

Minister accepts NIAC Covid booster recommendations

The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly TD, has accepted new recommendations in relation to Ireland’s COVID-19 vaccination programme.

Permanent relocation of Ennis vaccination centre

As Christmas approaches, 13 walk-in clinics are being held across the three Mid-West COVID-19 Centres up to December 23rd, delivering vaccine booster doses for people aged 40 and older, and primary Dose 1&2 vaccines for anyone yet to receive a vaccine.

Temporary relocation of Clare Vaccination Centre

The Clare COVID-19 Vaccination Centre is temporarily relocating from the grounds of Ennis Hospital to Treacy’s West County Hotel this Saturday and Sunday, to maximise capacity in line with demand for weekend walk-in COVID vaccine booster clinics for the 50-69 years age group.

HSE urges care during Christmas

The Department of Public Health Mid-West is advising people in Limerick, Clare, and North Tipperary that the next few weeks are critical in preventing spread of COVID-19 and the Omicron variant.
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Research shows health risks of high diastolic blood pressure

A global study by NUI Galway into health risks associated with a specific form of high blood pressure has found that younger patients with the condition are more at risk of a cardiovascular event or death.

Free flu vaccine for 50-64 years old

The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly TD, has announced the extension of the Flu Vaccination Programme. 

Global research identifies stroke triggers

A global study co-led by NUI Galway into causes of stroke has found that one in 11 survivors experienced a period of anger or upset in the one hour leading up to it. One in 20 patients had engaged in heavy physical exertion.
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