RCSI launches Ireland’s first National Robotic Surgery Curriculum
RCSI has launched Ireland’s first National Robotic Surgery Curriculum, supported by a €2.3m investment and designed to standardise robotic surgical training nationwide.
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Nordic Pharma Announces European Launch of Lacrifill® for Dry Eye Disease
Nordic Pharma has announced the European launch of Lacrifill®, a CE-marked canalicular gel designed to enhance tear film preservation in patients with dry eye disease.
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New research links rise in spinal cord damage among Irish teens to nitrous oxide use
New research has identified a rise in spinal cord damage among Irish teenagers linked to recreational nitrous oxide use, raising concerns about neurological harm.
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Roscommon University Hospital Appoints New Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Gastroenterology
Roscommon University Hospital has announced the appointment of a new Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Gastroenterology, strengthening endoscopy and GI care services.
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First brick laid on €100m Beacon Hospital expansion adding 70 beds and new Emergency Department
Beacon Hospital has marked a major milestone with the first brick laid on its €100m eight-storey expansion, which will add 70 new beds and a new Emergency Department.
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HIQA launches public consultation on draft national guidance for the responsible and safe use of AI in health and social care services
HIQA has launched a six-week public consultation on draft national guidance to support the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence across health and social care services in Ireland.
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PADCEV + Keytruda improve survival in muscle-invasive bladder cancer
PADCEV (enfortumab vedotin) plus Keytruda has demonstrated significant improvements in event-free and overall survival in patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer, regardless of cisplatin eligibility.
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Uniphar acquires Irish health technology firm TouchStore in digital infrastructure expansion
Uniphar has announced the acquisition of Irish health technology provider TouchStore, supporting further digital innovation across medicines supply and dispensing systems.
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Hospital waiting times improve as long waits fall by 58% since 2021, latest figures show
Latest NTPF figures show hospital waiting times have improved, with a 58% reduction in patients waiting over 12 months since September 2021.
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Minister announces €3 million investment in mental health research across Ireland
Minister for Mental Health Mary Butler has announced a €3 million investment in mental health research, including a new all-island collaborative research network.
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