World Continence Week: Mayo Service Encourages People to Seek Help for Bladder and Bowel Problems
As part of World Continence Week (15 to 21 June), the HSE Mayo Integrated Specialist Continence Care Service (ISCCS) is encouraging anyone experiencing bladder or bowel symptoms to seek support early and access specialist services available within their local community.
HSE West and North West is delivering strong results and is at the forefront of integrated care closer to home under the Enhanced Community Care (ECC) Programme, with increasing numbers of patients accessing specialist services in the community and fewer requiring hospital admission.
Letterkenny University Hospital’s Critical Care Outreach (CCO) service is playing a pivotal role in improving the early detection and management of deteriorating patients, strengthening patient care and safety and providing vital support to clinical teams across the hospital.
Infant Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 08 - 14 June 2026, with this year's theme (Attunement), highlighting the importance of early relationships in supporting infant wellbeing and healthy development.
The HSE and partner agencies from Sligo Leitrim Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Network are delighted to announce the first-ever Sligo Leitrim Baby Week events, taking place from 8–14 June 2026 to coincide with Infant Mental Health Awareness Week (IMHAW).
From Monday June 15 to Sunday June 21 2026, communities and organisations across Galway City and County will come together to mark International Men’s Health Week 2026.
The HSE is offering a further opportunity for students currently in 5th and 6th Year to receive the HPV vaccine, a highly effective cancer-preventing vaccine, free of charge through the School Immunisation Programme.
As World No Tobacco Day approaches (31 May), Stephen Donegan’s story serves as a reminder that with the right support, determination and encouragement, quitting smoking is achievable.
The Leitrim man is celebrating more than a year smoke-free after successfully quitting smoking with the support of the HSE Stop Smoking Service and RehabCare.
The HSE has officially launched a number of Community Inclusion (CI) services across County Donegal recently, marking an important step forward in strengthening person-centred supports and inclusive opportunities within local communities.
Poet Anne Tannam selects ‘Menu of Poems’ for patients and staff of Irish hospitals for Poetry Day Ireland.
As part of Poetry Day Ireland on Thursday May 28, a Menu of Poems will be shared with patients, staff, and visitors across Irish hospitals and healthcare settings. Circulated on meal trays, the initiative offers moments of comfort and reflection, reaching over 12,000 people.
