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Galway Team Honoured for Virtual COPD Care Initiative at Irish Healthcare Centre Awards

The Respiratory Integrated Care Team, Galway City Integrated Care Hub, and the HIVE Laboratory at the University of Galway were honoured at the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards recently, for their virtual care initiative for COPD patients. The initiative, which leverages remote patient monitoring technology, was recognised with the award for ‘Best Use of Information Technology’.

Mayo University Hospital Reinforces ‘Smoke Free Campus’ Policy

To coincide with World No Tobacco Day on 31st May 2025, Mayo University Hospital would like to advise all patients, staff and visitors that it is once again reinforcing its 'Smoke Free Campus' policy to emphasise its dedication to a healthy environment and illustrate the hospital's ongoing journey to being a smoke and vape-free campus.

Sligo University Hospital Reinforces its 'Tobacco Free Campus' Policy

To coincide with World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, Sligo University Hospital (SUH) in a continued commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors is reinforcing its Tobacco Free Campus policy.

HSE West and North West Announces Major Expansion of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services Under National Cardiovascular Plan 2025

HSE West and North West Announces Major Expansion of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services Under National Cardiovascular Plan 2025

HSE West and North West is pleased to announce a significant new development in cardiac rehabilitation services as part of the National Cardiovascular Plan 2025. This initiative marks a major investment in the health and well-being of patients across the Galway-Roscommon and Mayo Regional Health Areas (RHAs).

The Heart of the Matter – Siblings Undergo Same Life-Saving Heart Procedure

The Heart of the Matter – Siblings Undergo Same Life-Saving Heart Procedure

University Hospital Galway (UHG) achieved a significant milestone in cardiac care last October by becoming the first hospital in Ireland and the UK to implant the Avalus Ultra biological aortic valve, a major advancement in the field of valvular heart surgery.

Letterkenny University Hospital hosts the HHT Ireland Annual Patient Forum 2025

Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) was the venue for the annual HHT Ireland Annual Patient Forum 2025, that recently brought together patients, families, and healthcare professionals for a day of education, connection, and collaboration.

Official reopening of Carndonagh Day Care Centre Services for Older Persons

On the 20th of May a special event was held in Unit 10 Sproai agus Spórt facility in Carndonagh, Co. Donegal to mark the official reopening of Carndonagh Day Care Centre services for Older Persons.

Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill welcomes progress in University Hospital Galway (UHG) infrastructure Masterplan

During her visit to Galway University Hospitals (GUH) today, Thursday 15th May, Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill welcomed progress in the development of an ambitious masterplan for the campus which will deliver safe, person-centred healthcare into the coming decades.  

Roscommon University Hospital Donates Sunscreen Dispensers to Roscommon GAA to Promote Skin Cancer Awareness

Roscommon University Hospital Donates Sunscreen Dispensers to Roscommon GAA to Promote Skin Cancer Awareness

To coincide with Melanoma Awareness Month, which runs throughout May, Roscommon University Hospital has donated sunscreen dispensers to Roscommon GAA – Roscommon Gaels and Dr Hyde Park to help raise awareness around skin cancer prevention.

The initiative aims to encourage regular sunscreen use among players, particularly during the summer months when UV exposure is at its highest.

Roscommon Injury Unit expands to meet the demand for urgent care

Roscommon Injury Unit expands to meet the demand for urgent care

The Injury Unit at Roscommon University Hospital is constantly evolving in response to the increasing demand for patient care. With a strong emphasis on high-quality, patient-centered care, the unit is an example of excellence in the delivery of urgent care.

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