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 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 has announced the appointment of a new Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Gastroenterology, strengthening endoscopy and GI care services.
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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 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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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 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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Four Irish emergency care sites have achieved Bronze status in the RCEM GreenED accreditation programme, highlighting progress in sustainable emergency medicine.
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The combined use of seclusion, physical restraint and mechanical restraint in Irish mental health centres has fallen to its lowest level on record, according to a new Mental Health Commission report covering activity in 2024.
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The second National Maternity Experience Survey reports strong levels of dignity, respect and trust in maternity services, alongside improvements since 2020. However, communication gaps, postnatal feeding support and GP follow-up remain key areas for improvement.
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