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Portiuncula University Hospital Opens New Maternity Outpatient Facility

Posted: February 4, 2026
Pictured at the new Maternity Outpatients Facility at Portiuncula University Hospital L:R: Caoimhe Whelan, Student Midwife; Joanne Page, Staff Midwife, Catriona Phelan, Clinical Midwife Manager 2; Yulia Dmytryshyn, Staff Midwife; Ciara O Connell, Student Midwife and Shelia Gavin, Staff Midwife.

Portiuncula University Hospital has officially opened a new Maternity Outpatient Facility, marking a major investment in maternal healthcare infrastructure for woman and families across the region.

Opened on 12 January 2026, the newly refurbished and developed outpatient facility, located on the grounds of the hospital, provides a warm, welcoming space for women attending maternity outpatient services.

Sligo Hospital Musical Society Wins Cathaoirleach’s Award for Community Group

Posted: February 3, 2026
Members of Sligo Hospital Musical Society on stage during their recent run of the Hunchback of Notre Dame pantomime

Sligo Hospital Musical Society has been awarded Community Group of the Year at the Sligo County Council Cathaoirleach’s Awards, a prestigious honour recognising outstanding voluntary and community contribution across County Sligo.

The awards are presented annually and celebrate individuals and groups who make an exceptional and positive impact on community life in Sligo, recognising leadership, inclusion, creativity and commitment to improving the wellbeing of others.

One Year Anniversary Highlighted at Medical Offsite Ward at Sligo University Hospital

Posted: January 30, 2026

Sligo University Hospital (SUH) is marking the first anniversary of its Medical Offsite Ward, a 26-bed specialised medical ward located at St John’s Community Hospital, Sligo which has played a vital role in improving patient flow and access to care over the past 12 months.

University Hospital Galway Showcase Global Leadership in Interventional Radiology at Prestigious LINC Conference

Posted: January 30, 2026

University Hospital Galway (UHG), a recognised leader in interventional radiology, recently showcased the expertise of its Interventional Radiology Department by hosting live endovascular cases for the prestigious LINC (Leipzig Interventional Congress) international conference, which took place in Germany on 27 January.

HSE encourages public to consider all care options this Bank Holiday weekend

Posted: January 29, 2026

HSE West and North West is advising people To be aware of their healthcare options this Bank Holiday weekend.
 
If you do get sick this bank holiday weekend there are a number of healthcare options available; plan ahead, know your options and stay safe.

The month of January has been extremely busy across health services in the West and North West, with continued high levels of attendance at emergency departments and sustained demand for inpatient care.

Roscommon University Hospital Appoints New Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Gastroenterology

Posted: January 23, 2026
Roscommon University Hospital Appoints New Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Gastroenterology

Roscommon University Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Gaborova to the role of Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in Gastroenterology.

Sláintecare Healthy Communities Launch 2026 Calendar in Belmullet

Posted: January 23, 2026

The Sláintecare Healthy Communities team a partnership between HSE Health and Wellbeing, Mayo County Council, Mayo North East LEADER Company and The Family Centre Castlebar officially launched their 2026 community calendar at Áras Inis Gluaire, Belmullet, on Friday, 16 January.

Láthair Adhlactha Nua do Naíonáin i Reilig an Bhóthair Mhóir forbartha ag Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe agus Ospidéal na hOllscoile, Gaillimh

Posted: January 20, 2026
Leaba na Leanaí’ (Babies/Children’s bed) plot at Bohermore Cemetery

Tá láthair adhlactha nua do naíonáin i Reilig an Bhóthair Mhóir á forbairt ag Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe agus Ospidéal na hOllscoile, Gaillimh.

Níl aon spás fanta anois i ‘Láthair na nAingeal’ atá ann cheana, an áit ina gcuirtí uaigheanna ar fáil do naíonáin a básaigh sular tháinig siad ar an saol nó a bhásaigh nuair nach raibh siad ach ina naíonáin an-óg, agus ní úsáidfear í a thuilleadh le haghaidh adhlacthaí.

HSE welcomes progress on the construction of new 110 Bed Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility

Posted: January 20, 2026

The new 110 Bed Letterkenny Community Healthcare Facility currently under construction on Kilmacrennan Road, Letterkenny is on track for completion in 2026, the new facility will provide a significant boost in capacity for the care of older people across Letterkenny and the wider county of Donegal.

Families in the North West invited to help shape Sunflower Children’s Hospice through engagement workshop

Posted: January 7, 2026

Families with lived experience of caring for a child with a life-limiting illness, or who have experienced the death of a child, are invited to take part in a family engagement workshop with Mayo Roscommon Hospice / HSE. The workshop will help inform the design and development of the proposed Sunflower Children’s Hospice, a major new healthcare project for the region.

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