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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HIQA has released national guidance supporting the use of plain language in health and social care. Developed with key stakeholders including NALA, the guidance focuses on health literacy, digital communication and human-rights based care, aiming to improve safety, understanding and person-centred decision-making.
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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 Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) has commenced work on a health technology assessment (HTA) of metabolic surgery for
Read moreThe Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) has called for immediate reform. Including the introduction of regulation, of Ireland’s homecare
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The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) has today published three reviews on the duration of immunity following COVID-19 vaccination.
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The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) has today launched an updated online learning module on data quality for all
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Thursday 5 December 2019: The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) has today published a health technology assessment (HTA) recommending
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The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) has commenced work on a health technology assessment (HTA) of offering testing for
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