More than 1,000 people expected in hospital with peak projected for Christmas week – The Irish Times
Most people are expecting presents this week as the Christmas festivities kick off. For the health system, however,…
Government issues ‘out of stock’ alert in update on ADHD medication shortage
The shortage has been caused by manufacturing issues and increased global demandSome patients have been forced to switch…
Government issues statement on weight loss jab Mounjaro after ‘NHS eligibility’ concerns
The NHS is rolling out Mounjaro with a focus on those with the “highest clinical need”More than a…
Health probe after child allegedly given wrong medicine at clinic
A COMPLAINT has been lodged with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) and the Northern Cape Department…
Patients can bypass GPs with prescription-only medicines from pharmacists for common ailments
Common Conditions Service will be available next year for a range of illnesses and consultancy fee can be…
DOH program offers support, resources for youth experiencing psychosis
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Hawaii Department of Health’s (DOH) “OnTrack Hawaii” program has launched a new campaign recognizing…
Why is there an inquiry into the use of epilepsy drug sodium valproate? – The Irish Times
I heard recently there’s an inquiry into sodium valproate, what’s this about? The inquiry relates to the historical…
Revealed: Counties with highest number of patients receiving free Ozempic jab for diabetes
Galway and north Dublin have the highest number of patients receiving the Ozempic jab for free to treat…
Psychotherapists contact regulator over worries regarding new minimum training standards
‘Outrage and shock’ among psychotherapists as minimum requirements are to be lowered The Sunday Independent has learned that…
Trust told to move ‘at pace’ as NHS decision looms for NI boy with rare condition
Mum of Newry boy Alfie casts doubt on ability of NI health service to roll out new medicine,…
Fake weight loss medication ‘poses direct danger to health’ in Northern Ireland, public warned
It follows a significant spike in demand for weight-loss medication which has seen people turning to unregulated or…
Patients to be rehoused during work to fix damp at Belfast mental health unit
Work to fix the issues will take approximately three and a half years with estimated costs of up…