The Irish College of Ophthalmologists Winter Meeting took place at RCSI on 21 November 2025, featuring expert-led sessions on neuro-ophthalmology, optic neuritis, optic neuropathies, neuro-imaging and the Annual Montgomery Lecture delivered by Professor Anthony King on the research journey in advanced glaucoma.
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HIQA has welcomed the appointment of Martin O’Halloran as its new Board Chairperson. Mr O’Halloran, a Board member since 2021, succeeds the late Professor Pat O’Mahony and brings extensive leadership experience across national agencies and public administration.
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HIQA has published new guidelines governing the use of radiological procedures for early disease detection in people with no symptoms, emphasising justified use, informed decision-making and the need to avoid unnecessary radiation exposure.
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The Minister for Health has announced a set of Government-approved recommendations designed to expand clinical trials in Ireland, enhance patient access and strengthen national research infrastructure. Plans include a Clinical Trials Advisory Council in early 2026 and a National Clinical Trials Body by Autumn 2027.
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Leaders from the Limerick Health Equity Oversight Group met with the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, and Manchester City Council Leader Bev Craig in Dublin to progress Ireland’s first Health Equity Region. The meeting, part of a long-term collaboration between HSE Mid West and Limerick City and County Council, explored Manchester’s Marmot Place model for tackling health inequalities and shared lessons on community-centred health improvement.
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