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Connemara family raises €10,000 for Patient Comfort Fund at University Hospital Galway in memory of beloved Father

Connemara family raises €10,000 for Patient Comfort Fund at University Hospital Galway in memory of beloved Father

A generous donation of €10,000 was recently presented to the Patient Comfort Fund at University Hospital Galway (UHG) in memory of the late Richard McDonagh from Cill Chiaráin, Connemara who had been a patient in the Corrib Ward.

Letterkenny University Hospital becomes a DAFNE Centre to Support Adults Living with Type 1 Diabetes

Letterkenny University Hospital becomes a DAFNE Centre to Support Adults Living with Type 1 Diabetes

Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) has become a DAFNE Centre, expanding access to a proven diabetes self-management programme for adults with type 1 diabetes across Donegal.

Letterkenny University Hospital appoints Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Emergency Care

Letterkenny University Hospital welcomes the appointment of Ciaran Callaghan as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in Emergency Care. 

Ciaran works across the Injuries Assessment and Treatment Pathway in the Emergency Department, a service established in 2022 to support the timely delivery of high-quality care for patients presenting with minor injuries.

Connacht Rugby Team brings cheer to Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway

Players from the Connacht Rugby team made a special visit to the Paediatric Unit at University Hospital Galway (UHG) this week, spreading Easter cheer to young patients, their families and healthcare staff.

Portiuncula University Hospital Reopens Refurbished St John’s Surgical Ward

Portiuncula University Hospital has officially reopened the newly refurbished St John’s Surgical Ward, a 29-bed unit designed to enhance the quality of care for surgical patients.

Roscommon University Hospital Appoints Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Emergency Nursing at Roscommon Injury Unit

Newly appointed Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Emergency Nursing at Roscommon Injury Unit, Méabh Casey.

Roscommon University Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Méabh Casey as Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in Emergency Nursing at Roscommon Injury Unit.

Portiuncula University Hospital Reopens Newly Refurbished Paediatric Playroom

Portiuncula University Hospital Reopens Newly Refurbished Paediatric Playroom

Portiuncula University Hospital is delighted to announce the reopening of their newly refurbished paediatric playroom, providing a safe, engaging and child-friendly environment for patients.

Letterkenny University Hospital Launches Renal Home Therapies Service

Letterkenny University Hospital Launches Renal Home Therapies Service

Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH) has introduced a new Renal Home Therapies Service, offering patients with chronic kidney disease stage 5 the option to carry out peritoneal dialysis (PD) in their own homes.

BreastCheck now inviting women in Mayo for screening

From Wednesday 11 March 2026, BreastCheck will be providing breast screening at a mobile screening unit on the grounds of Mayo University Hospital in Castlebar, Co Mayo. Women in Mayo are starting to receive their screening appointment letters, and BreastCheck is encouraging all women who get an invite to attend their appointment, or contact their BreastCheck unit if they can’t attend.

New Infant Feeding Room Opens at St Conal’s Hospital Campus, Letterkenny

A new dedicated Infant Feeding room has officially opened at St Conal’s Hospital Campus in Letterkenny today, providing a comfortable, private and welcoming space for mothers and carers who wish to feed infants or express milk while attending the campus.

The opening coincides with International Women’s Day on the 8th March, recognising the importance of supporting women’s health and wellbeing and ensuring mothers feel supported when accessing healthcare services.

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