The number of people waiting on home help services in Donegal has doubled in the past year. New figures from…
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UNICEF has issued a strong pro-vaccine warning amid revelations that measles cases have surged by 244% in Ireland in the past…
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There is widespread concern over the impact that the National Children’s Hospital overspend will have on local developments in Donegal, including the Sheil…
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Donegal volunteers sought to help pack for heart health on St Valentine’s Day
by Stephen Maguire 6 years agoThe Irish Heart Foundation (IHF) is seeking volunteers in Letterkenny to help pack bags in Dunnes Stores as part of…
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HealthNewsPolitics
Nurses’ calls should not fall on deaf ears – Pringle TD
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoDonegal Deputy Thomas Pringle declared support for Donegal nurses and midwives on strike today during Dáil Statements. The Independent TD…
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‘This is about us’ – Emotions run high for OT leader Cathal and family
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoDonegal’s inspirational Operation Transformation leader Cathal Gallagher has overcome another tough week on the RTÉ lifestyle show. The Ballyshannon paramedic…
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LifestyleNews
Food Coast Network proves a recipe for success in Donegal
by Stephen Maguire 6 years agoAlmost 120 food producers, chefs and buyers attended a packed-out event last week hosted by the Donegal Food Coast – Donegal’s…
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HealthNews
DD Medical Matters: How to treat overactive bladder syndrome
by Scally McDaid Roarty 6 years agoThis week Dr Ciarán Roarty of Scally McDaid Roarty Medical Practice discusses a common condition which may affect us as…
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Donegal’s elderly not getting dignified care they deserve – Cllr Glackin
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoDonegal County Council is seeking an urgent meeting with the HSE to demand an increase in home help/care hours in…
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€1.7M x-ray upgrades unveiled for Donegal community hospitals – Picture Special
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoFour community hospitals across Donegal are set to benefit from upgraded radiology diagnostic services, which were showcased on Monday. The new digital…
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Huge concern among Donegal parents over meningitis B vaccine gap
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoParents in Donegal are fearful that their children could contract meningitis B due to a lack of a catch-up programme…
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No Barriers enter 2019 with an amazing 122,000 steps walked in Donegal
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoThe Donegal-based No Barriers Foundation are saying a huge ‘Thank You’ to their supporters as they look forward to a…
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Ireland’s nurses and midwives have today announced plans to go on strike for 24 hours at the end of this…
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Concerns raised over third party services in Seaview Respite Home
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoConcerns have been raised over a planned changeover of service provision at Seaview Respite Home in Mountcharles in the New Year…
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Jobs: Staff Nurses/Staff Midwives sought for Letterkenny University Hospital
by Staff Writer 6 years agoJob Vacancies: Letterkenny University Hospital is now recruiting for Staff Nurses/Staff Midwives for Permanent & Temporary/Full and part time posts. Saolta University…
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A new defibrillator has been launched today at Donegal Oil Company on the Port Road in Letterkenny. The potentially life-saving…
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The Minister for Health has assured local TDs that the Short Stay Ward at Letterkenny University Hospital will be reopened this…
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Letterkenny Chiropractic: Deceptive Slipped Discs and Pain Relief
by Staff Writer 6 years agoThis week the doctors at Letterkenny Chiropractic clinic discuss the misleading term of ‘slipped discs’ and share three drug-free approaches…
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Eight parts of Donegal having raw sewage pumped into environment
by Rachel McLaughlin 6 years agoA new report from the EPA has highlighted eight areas of Co. Donegal where raw sewage is being discharged into…
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How Dr Toosky’s clinic can help you feel your best
by Staff Writer 6 years agoDr Tina Toosky of the Letterkenny Nutrition and Lifestyle Clinic is on a mission to help local people take control of…