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University Hospital Galway (UHG) have recently announced the appointment of Rhona Goodwin to the position of Candidate Advanced Practice Radiation Therapist (cAPRT) in Gynaecological Radiation Oncology.

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November 5, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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A new evaluation of the addiction programme, ‘Recovery without walls’, which is part of HSE South West Addiction Services, has provided evidence of what community-based recovery can achieve. Read more: bit.ly/4BJa9Y2│#OurHealthService
November 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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A new evaluation of the addiction programme, ‘Recovery without walls’, which is part of HSE South West Addiction Services , has provided evidence of what community-based recovery can achieve.

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November 7, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Tallaght University Hospital in partnership with the HSE has launched a new seven‑part animated series designed to support patients, families, carers and healthcare professionals in understanding and reducing the risk of falls.
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October 31, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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After qualifying as a nurse and following more than 20 years working across orthopaedic, trauma and oncology services, Orla Coleman discovered a profound connection to palliative care.

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October 26, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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Minister Kieran O’Donnell officially opens Midleton Community Nursing Unit
Minister of State for Older People and Housing, Kieran O’Donnell officially opened the new HSE South West Community Nursing Unit in Midleton in recent days.
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October 22, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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October 17, 2026 at 4:13 PM
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A new joint initiative in Co Kilkenny is helping older people maintain their independence by allowing them to try practical aids in their own homes.
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October 15, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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October 11, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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We recently launched a new Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation Service. It includes nursing advice lines and a psychological grants service, so that people living with lung fibrosis can access specialist support regardless of where they live.

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October 8, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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A new multilingual Happy Talk story book entitled ‘Nibbles Says Hello!’ was recently launched at the Nano Nagle Migrant Centre, Cork City.
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October 2, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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103-year-old Wexford native Bridie Buckley recently featured in a folklore project. She recorded an oral history of the county with artist, filmmaker and founder of Folklore.ie, Michael Fortune, at St John’s Community Hospital, Enniscorthy.

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September 30, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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"Everybody should be aware of the signs and symptoms of sepsis.” In December 2022, Sophie Lanigan (16) contracted sepsis after a bacterial infection.  She recently shared her story at the launch of the HSE’s Action on Sepsis 2026-2030.

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A girl stands and smiles for the camera. Her hands have been amputated. The text reads, "Sepsis survivor Sophie urges awareness of the signs and symptoms of sepsis."
September 26, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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We recently launched the next phase of the Laura Brennan HPV vaccine catch-up programme, giving eligible young people who previously missed their HPV vaccine another opportunity to get protected against HPV-related cancers.
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September 24, 2026 at 2:44 PM
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We have launched our RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) Infant Immunisation Programme & are encouraging parents to protect their babies against RSV.
RSV is very common during the autumn & winter months, but for some young babies it can cause serious illness.
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September 19, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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September 12, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Minister for Mental Health, Mary Butler, has officially launched the Dual Diagnosis Programme for Cork, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of integrated mental health and addiction services in Ireland.
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September 11, 2026 at 4:13 PM
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A HSE South West hub that provides support for older persons has become the first facility of its kind in Ireland to be recognised as an ‘Age-Friendly Health System - Committed to Care Excellence’ by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI).

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September 5, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Roscommon Injury Unit is currently celebrating 15 years of providing accessible, high-quality care to patients across Roscommon and the wider region.
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September 3, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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We recently launched the new HSE Dublin and Midlands Community Neuro-Rehabilitation Team. The service is an important step in ensuring people living with neurological conditions can access timely, high-quality rehabilitation, closer to home.

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August 29, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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A ‘Tiny Little Library’ has been launched at Cork University Maternity Hospital neonatal unit. It provides free access to age-appropriate books for families with babies receiving neonatal care.
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August 27, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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The Cancer Centre at Cork University Hospital has become the first in Ireland to offer the 'Herceptin in the Home' programme. Eligible patients can now self-administer the vital treatment in the comfort of their own house.
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August 22, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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Colm Plunkett, Staff Nurse in the Oncology Haematology Inpatient Unit at the Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore, was recently selected by his peers as the winner of the 2026 Nightingale Award.
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August 20, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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HSE South West recently created a pop-up space for breastfeeding mothers at the Manor West Shopping Centre in Tralee during World Breastfeeding Week, from 1 to 7 August.

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Two women with ID badges sit on armchairs in a warm, inviting space. The text reads, "Pop-up breastfeeding space set up by HSE South West."
August 15, 2026 at 3:27 PM
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The Minister of State for Older People, Kieran O'Donnell, has officially opened Heartlands Care Centre and Day Care Centre in Athlone. This new development will enhance care and support for older people across Athlone and the wider Midlands region.

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August 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM