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Roscommon Hospital appoints the 1st Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Plastic Surgery post in Ireland

Amanda O’Halloran from Roscommon Hospital has recently been appointed as a Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Plastic Surgery, the first RANP post in Plastic Surgery in Ireland. Amanda completed her general nursing training in St. James Hospital and began working in Roscommon Hospital in 2005. Amanda has had a keen interest in clinical care and …

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Dr. Keith Swanick proposes law to tackle theft or damage to Life Saving Equipment

New legislation is being drafted by Dr. Keith Swanick Fianna Fáil Health and Mental Health Spokesperson in Seanad Éireann, which would introduce a new offence in relation to the theft or damage of life saving equipment such as defibrillators and lifebuoys. In Ireland approximately 13 people die every day from cardiac arrest and the overwhelming …

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD calls for clarification on Roscommon Hospital rumours

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called for local Fine Gael representatives to clarify rumours regarding a possible re-opening of the A&E unit at Roscommon Hospital. Commenting on the issue Michael Fitzmaurice said “There is speculation in political circles over the past couple of days that various promises are being made in the election campaign to become …

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Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

Minister Denis Naughten highlights plight of Boyle M.E. sufferer

Local Minister Denis Naughten joined Christine Fenton from Boyle outside Dáil Eireann to highlight the plight of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.) sufferers throughout Ireland. Speaking at the event Christine Fenton said “Myalgic Encephalomyelitis has been classified as a neurological disease by the WHO since 1969. Over the past number of decades the condition of M.E. has …

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD “HSE have acted disgracefully in treatment of local man”

Local Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has called on the HSE and the Minister for Health to act immediately “on the disgraceful neglect” of a local man who, he says, “has been all but abandoned by the system”. Commenting on the issue Michael Fitzmaurice said “After a few years in politics and dealing with the HSE …

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Lyme disease

Murphy calls for greater awareness and recognition of Lyme Disease

Local Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has called for greater awareness and recognition of Lyme Disease. Deputy Murphy attended a rally outside Dáil Éireann on Wednesday when up to 200 people affected by Lyme Disease highlighted the condition, as well as what they contend is its lack of recognition by health and political authorities. A …

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#hellomynameis initiative launched at Roscommon Hospital

Roscommon Hospital recently launched the #hellomynameis campaign which aims to enhance compassionate care by reminding healthcare professionals to introduce themselves to patients in all healthcare interactions. And the main message is to promote high quality communication in order to treat patients with dignity and respect. Launching the campaign, Ursula Morgan, Director of Nursing at Roscommon …

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Suicide Prevention

HSE urge Roscommon people to complete Suicide Prevention survey

In partnership with local organisations and community and voluntary groups, HSE CHO Area 2 (Galway, Mayo and Roscommon) are developing a Suicide Prevention Action Plan for counties Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. This is part of “Connecting for Life”, a national strategy which aims to reduce suicide in Ireland. The strategy sets out the Irish Government’s …

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD welcomes approval for cystic fibrosis drug Orkambi

Michael Fitzmaurice TD has welcomed the news this evening that the HSE has reached agreement, in principle, with the drug company Vertex for the drugs Orkambi and Kalydeco to be provided to people with cystic fibrosis from the beginning of next month. Orkambi will be provided for patients aged 12 years and older and Kalydeco …

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Eugene Murphy TD – Extension of maternity leave needed to help parents of premature babies

Present legislation and policy does not take into account the huge unforeseen pressure and turmoil families face when caring for a premature baby. That’s according to local Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy who was speaking in the Dáil last week during the Private Members Business on the extension of maternity leave and benefit. The Fianna …

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