Health Service Executive (HSE)

HSE chief Bernard Gloster says effectiveness of insourcing governance ‘is probably questionable’

HSE chief executive Bernard Gloster €100m spent on firms that use HSE facilities and staff after hours to cut waiting lists

Concerns raised about overreliance on appointments paid for by National Treatment Purchase Fund

Potential problems in auxiliary battery systems are identified following urgent inspections

An uneven spread of doctors paints an unhealthy picture for many in rural areas

Report identifies 132 GPs ‘at risk of retirement with no viable replacement’, which would represent tens of thousands of patients

New partnerships a step towards a more collaborative, responsive and locally driven approach, Minister says

‘Possible issue’ identified from initial technical examination of vehicles in Mayo and Offaly

Labour Court recommends scheme be extended for a further six months

Rats and rubbish surround the camp at Finglas Road, but to some residents it’s better than other options

New rosters intended to ensure more services provided across seven days

Health services watchdog also raised concerns about dietary needs of residents

Number of people wounded in gun attacks last year more than 90% down on gang feud peak of Celtic Tiger era

Cases in 2024 surpassed total number during Covid-19 years

HSE indicates it wants up to 10% of staff to be available for weekend work

Sixty per cent of hip dysplasia surgeries on children at Temple Street hospital between 2021 and 2023 did not meet clinical criteria for surgery, audit finds

‘People are pushed into accessing assessment when they shouldn’t be’

‘We have seen products with “Gummy Bear”, “Jolly Ranger”, ‘Skittels’ and “Slushee” flavour descriptions’ – firms blow whistle on nicotine-inhaling products

Vaping companies labelled proposed regulatory measures as ‘draconian’

Man’s family cannot visit him and are only allowed to receive phone calls from him inside facility

Secondary school pupil criticises Government approach as ‘all talk, no action’

Internal report ‘discussed’ with senior Health Service Executive figure at performance review meetings

The HSE apologised to Macken, who has incurable cancer, over ‘failings’ of two cervical smear tests

Toll on medics training under certain consultants was especially acute

Questions raised over governance and transparency of waiting list initiatives after hospital controversies

Residents and business owners of Baggot Street say centre on part of old hospital site would be inconsistent with area

Four board members had resigned over the past week, as CHI faced controversies over children’s scoliosis and hip surgeries

Court hearing told daughter with severe difficulties needs care plan for when she ages out of childcare system

If there are not enough volunteers, ‘a rota of eligible staff will be drawn up‘, proposes health service management

But there are accessibility challenges with the application, says social think tank

‘Good value for money’ achieved for new hospital wing, says Mater

‘Questions need to be asked now about what exactly is going on here,’ says Labour health spokesperson as 10 reviews ongoing

Ten reviews ongoing into maternity and baby care at Co Galway hospital

Some €250,000 in potential income for CHI was lost due to late insurance claims, Public Accounts Committee hears separately

Sinn Féin TD says parents going abroad as CHI, Government not giving them answers over hip surgery controversy

A lack of career development and a ‘disconnect’ between workers and management also factors, survey of 3,800 finds

Defence Forces members can avoid lengthy HSE waiting lists

Minister for Health expected to bring final business case for project to Cabinet after HSE examine submitted tenders

In separate case, boy who suffered delay in diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss settles action for €310,000

Nurses call for more security and CCTV amid rise in assaults and abuse