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Strategic plan to deal with UHL overcrowding

Clare's independent TD Michael McNamara has received confirmation that HIQA is to undertake inspections of the Emergency Department at University Hospital Limerick (UHL) and work with hospital management to develop a strategic plan to address capacity issues at the Mid-West facility.

Covid-19 Updates – January 2022

Covid-19 Updates - January 2022

New evidence detailing order of the abdomen

A pioneering University of Limerick professor of surgery whose groundbreaking research led to the reclassification of an organ has published new evidence detailing the fundamental order of the abdomen.

RocDoc opens new mass testing facility in Shannon

Irish Covid-19 testing company, RocDoc, has announced the opening of a new new mass testing facility in Shannon Business Park.

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.
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Free flu vaccine for 50-64 years old

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

Native Clare pharmacist receives a ‘Cheers Award’

Clare native, Dr Eileen Relihan, who is currently the Medication Safety Facilitator in St James’s Hospital, Dublin and teaching fellow at Trinity College Dublin, was one of the minds behind the Medication Safety Minute, a collaborative project to ensure patient safety.

Swim in Pink for Breast Cancer Research

Every October spurs many on to show their support for breast cancer awareness and this year Galway sea swimmer, Louise Griffin had an idea to support breast cancer research while pursuing her passion - Swim in Pink!
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