National Breastfeeding Week is marked each year from October 1 to 7, it is an opportunity to discuss the importance of breastfeeding as the normal and healthy way to feed babies and young children. Parents and families across Donegal are invited to celebrate the unique connection between baby and parent, with this year’s national theme: […]
HSE’s Donegal Winter Vaccination Programme commences
THE HSE winter vaccination programme is underway in Donegal with the rollout of the flu and COVID-19 vaccines. The free flu vaccine is available to recommended groups, while those aged over 60 and children 6 months and older with a weak immune system are invited for their next COVID-19 vaccine. Both vaccines will be available […]
Home support waiting lists: ‘Donegal facing postcode penalty’
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OVER 300 patients are currently on waiting lists for home support services in Donegal, Tuesday’s meeting of the Regional Health Forum West has heard. Councillor Declan Meehan – who had asked the HSE for the up to date figures – criticised the delays describing them as “another postcode penalty” for the people of Donegal. Out of the 334 […]
HSE appointments cancelled in Derrybeg due to flooding
Clinics and appointments scheduled in the Derrybeg Health Centre today are cancelled as the area in inaccessible due to flooding. “All Public Health Nurse and Community Intervention Team appointments have been cancelled today,” a spokesperson for the HSE said. This morning the Donegal News reported that parts of Gaoth Dobhair were hit by serious flooding […]
Donegal nurses invited to take part in new documentary series
DONEGAL nurses are being invited to take part in a new documentary series which will be shown on TG4. Tile Media have announced Altraí na hÉireann, a new two-part series commissioned by TG4 and Coimisiún na Meán. This powerful series will look to celebrate the legacy, resilience and evolution of Irish nursing over the last […]
HSE issue advice ahead of August Bank Holiday weekend
HSE West and North West is advising people to be aware of their options of care this August Bank Holiday weekend. August is a busy holiday period and this combined with the bank holiday weekend can put extra pressure on the health system and people are advised to familiarise themselves on care options available to […]
Raphoe Pastoral Centre Counselling Service to become independent organisation
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By Róise Collins THE Raphoe Pastoral Centre Counselling Service is undergoing a significant transformation as it prepares to become an independent organisation, formally separating from its church roots. This marks a significant milestone for the long-standing mental health service, which has supported individuals and families across Donegal for decades. Advertisement With a new name chosen, […]
Donegal hospitals unaffected by nationwide scam alert glitch
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By Róise Collins HOSPITALS in Donegal were spared from a nationwide technical glitch that was causing legitimate text messages to patients to be labelled as “likely scam.” The new system, introduced by the Communications Regulator (ComReg), aims to tackle fraudulent text messages and protect people from opening or replying to fake messages. Advertisement The crack down comes […]
Private ambulance and outsourced blood samples expenditure concerns
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By Louise Doyle CONCERN has been raised for future sustainability costs of two services at Letterkenny University Hospital after spend on their provision has been revealed. It comes after expenditure amounted to €1,340,294 in an 17-month period for spend on private ambulances and the outsourcing of blood samples. Advertisement A total of €910,440 was spent on private ambulances […]
New permanent GP for Lettermacaward
The HSE has announced the successful appointment of a permanent GP for Lettermacaward. Dr. Shahzad Ahmad will officially take up the role on Tuesday, July 15 and will be based at the recently refurbished Health Centre in Lettermacaward. In a statement, the HSE wished him well in his new role and assured patients that there […]