Doctor admits to having sex with nurse halfway through operation
The doctor was absent for a period of eight minutes A doctor left a patient under anaesthetic on an operating table so they could go and have sex with a nurse in another room, according to a medical tribunal that was first reported on by the BBC. The doctor involved, who has been named as […]
6 months ago
Nurses lament removal of facemasks in healthcare settings
The decision has been described as “absolutely the wrong move right now”. As of today, facemasks will no longer be required to be worn in healthcare settings in Ireland. The measure, which was introduced in early 2020 due to the Covid 19 pandemic, made masks mandatory in all healthcare settings to help stop the spread […]
3 years ago
COMPETITION: Win a one-year healthcare plan with VIGO Health
Brought to you by VIGO Health The winner will get a one-year health plan that includes 24/7 instant access to nurses and doctors. Are you looking for a hassle-free health plan that covers all your day-to-day medical costs? Or maybe you struggle to fit health appointments around your busy schedule, and want fast, instant access […]
4 years ago
Third Sláintecare resignation as Dr Anthony O’Connor steps down
This will be a major blow to the programme. There has been a third Sláintecare resignation on Thursday evening as Dr Anthony O’Connor stepped down from the Implementation Advisory Council. According to multiple publications, the Doctor resigned over concerns about future reforms to the Irish health service. It is understood the Council is set to […]
4 years ago
Woman dies in Cork University Hospital A&E while waiting for hospital bed
Very sad news from Cork. Speaking to radio host Neil Prendeville on RedFM this morning, a Cork man told the story of how his mother passed away in the A&E of Cork University Hospital, as there were no beds available. Steve’s mother Evelyn, who had just turned 70, was suffering from multiple sclerosis, and he […]
6 years ago
The number of trans people fundraising online for private healthcare doubled in a year
More surgical procedures for transgender people could be available in Ireland if the number of people being referred to the national gender clinic increases. The number of trans people in Ireland using online fundraisers to pay for private healthcare almost doubled within the space of a year, as waiting lists for public gender healthcare continue […]
7 years ago