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fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

HSE paid supplier 723k twice and has not clawed back overpayment

HSE made a double payment in December 2021 due to weaknesses in controls and lack of cross-checking between financial systems.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

One person dead and nine cases confirmed after 'extensive' listeriosis outbreak linked to recall of over 140 ready-made meals

Nine confirmed cases of listeriosis and one associated death prompt a food recall of ready-to-heat meals in Ireland.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Tens of thousands of children finishing primary school without dental checks due to lack of HSE dentists

The number of dentists employed by the HSE at the end of last year was just 249, illustrating the severe shortage of dental professionals available to provide care.
Public health
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Tens of thousands of children finishing primary school without dental checks due to lack of HSE dentists

HSE dental staffing shortages have resulted in delayed screenings for children, increasing the risk of untreated tooth decay.
#health-service
Healthcare
fromIndependent
1 month ago

HSE-funded hospitals receiving large sums of money in donations from pharmaceutical companies, new figures show

Drug companies paid €32.5m to healthcare bodies last year.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

HSE apologises to child given the wrong Covid jab with a used needle

The HSE compensated a 13-year-old for receiving a wrong Covid-19 vaccination with a used needle, highlighting medical negligence.
NYC parents
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

HSE 'hasn't a hope' of complying with the law on assessment of needs, chief executive says

Reform of the law around Assessments of Need (AONs) is essential to improve access and support for families with disabilities.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

HSE to meet gardai over CHI waiting list report and will refer highlighted issues to Medical Council

An internal report revealed possible misuse of waiting list funds in Children's Health Ireland's weekend clinics.
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UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I let go of anger a long time ago'- Leona Macken on staying positive despite cervical cancer diagnosis after 'failings' in screening

Leona Macken settled her case after HSE admitted failures in reporting her cervical smear tests, which resulted in her stage four cancer.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

'I let go of anger a long time ago'- Leona Macken on staying positive despite cervical cancer diagnosis after 'failings' in screening

UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I let go of anger a long time ago'- Leona Macken on staying positive despite cervical cancer diagnosis after 'failings' in screening

Leona Macken settled her case after HSE admitted failures in reporting her cervical smear tests, which resulted in her stage four cancer.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

'I let go of anger a long time ago'- Leona Macken on staying positive despite cervical cancer diagnosis after 'failings' in screening

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fromIndependent
2 months ago
Healthcare

Here's how long you can expect to wait in your local emergency department as new figures show scale of hospital delays

Healthcare
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Here's how long you can expect to wait in your local emergency department as new figures show scale of hospital delays

Prolonged wait times in hospital emergency departments raise concerns about patient safety and potential fatalities.
OMG science
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

More than 2,000 medical scientists join health service work-to-rule

Medical laboratory scientists in Ireland are set to strike due to ongoing staff shortages and pay concerns in the healthcare system.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Healthcare

Here's how long you can expect to wait in your local emergency department as new figures show scale of hospital delays

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Healthcare

Here's how long you can expect to wait in your local emergency department as new figures show scale of hospital delays

fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Justice Minister 'extremely concerned' at findings of neglect in 'Grace' report

The Commission of Investigation found fundamental failures in the duty of care for Grace, highlighting an absence of oversight and the lack of qualified social worker visits.
Parenting
Retirement
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Grieving mother slams HSE for leaving disability adapted home idle - 'This was supposed to be my son's legacy'

The HSE has been criticized for leaving a ready and adapted home unused for a year after a mother's loss.
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Social prescribing is more than pointing someone in the direction of the park. It's harnessing the power of community

Social prescribing addresses the non-medical needs of patients, providing essential services that foster connection and community to improve overall health.
Social justice
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