Volunteer firefighters renew calls for ACC mental health cover
Emergency volunteer Peter Ottley. Photo: Supplied Volunteer firefighter Peter Ottley still remembers his world turning upside down. Two…
Full Central Mental Hospital could get more beds ‘in near future’, says Minister – The Irish Times
Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan said he was hopeful the Central Mental Hospital (CMH) would be able to…
“1000-Lb. Sisters”’ Tammy Slaton Learns Her ‘Manic Depression’ Was Caused by Improper Dose of Medications (Exclusive)
NEED TO KNOW Tammy Slaton revealed she saw a doctor and started therapy after mood swings and “manic…
Independent team seizes control of Cumberland Hospital after three patients absconded
An independent team of experts will manage Cumberland Hospital after a string of patients absconding from the facility…
Mental health data blackout to continue for another two years
The recent Assembly debate on mental health data laid bare a “fundamental failure at the heart of Northern…
Calls for separate units for mental health emergencies – The Irish Times
The “revolving-door nature” of visits to emergency departments by those in mental distress is “forcing our loved ones…
Galwayman criticises ‘revolving door’ of A&E visits for those in mental health crisis
Galway man Joe Loughnane has told an oireachtais committee that the ‘revolving door’ of A&E visits for those…
‘Grave concerns’ for man as mental health services overwhelmed – News
A man appeared in court last week in relation to an alleged incident where he made threats to…
Urgent calls for action on youth mental health following report release
“We have been told by young people about the challenges they face gaining access to support. “We’ve got…
Mental health unit mooted for St Vincent’s site in Athlone
The HSE is looking at establishing a mental health residential unit on the site of St Vincent’s Care…
Adding extra salt to your food might increase your risk of depression
People who frequently add salt to their meals may face a higher risk of developing depression. A new…
The stress hormone linked to tumour growth – and how small daily habits can keep it in check
Simple daily habits, such as meditating, could help reduce the risk of cancer growing and spreading, according to…